Structural Engineer - Nuclear

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

As a Structural Engineer, you will join Bristol team to support our activities within the Nuclear sector. 

 You will work on high-profile projects such as Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and similar EPR nuclear power plant developments, with a specific focus on Nuclear Island buildings.

This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the most complex reinforced concrete and steel structures in the nuclear industry, collaborating within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment to deliver safe, resilient, and high-quality engineering solutions for our clients

• Location: Bristol 
• On Site:  3 days 
• Clearance: BPSS
• Experience Level:  3-10 YOE 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage an international engineering team responsible for critical Nuclear Island buildings.
• Design and analyse reinforced concrete and steel structures for EPR nuclear power plants in accordance with applicable codes and standards (Eurocodes, ETC-C, etc.).
• Perform advanced structural calculations and modelling using ANSYS APDL or similar software tools.
• Ensure structural integrity and resilience under a wide range of loading conditions, including seismic, dynamic, environmental loads and temporary construction sequences.
• Assess and manage design changes, evaluating structural impacts and proposing appropriate design modifications.
• Provide technical support during construction, including site assessments and resolution of structural issues.
• Work with construction contractors, site teams, clients, principal designers and regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with nuclear safety and CDM regulations.
• Maintain strong communication, presentation and influencing skills while working independently and within project teams.

Required Skills:

• Strong experience in structural design of reinforced concrete and/or steel structures.
• Proven experience within nuclear, energy or other highly regulated industries.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software such as ANSYS APDL or equivalent.
• Solid understanding of Eurocodes and nuclear-related design standards.

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance (BPSS as a minimum)

Desirable Skills:

• Experience working on EPR nuclear power plant projects.
• Familiarity with BIM environments and multi-disciplinary coordination.
• Previous leadership or team management experience in complex engineering projects.

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.