Senior Engineer - Test Capability (Nuclear)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated test processes , standards, methods, and governance frameworks.
• Define and support delivery of engineering test programmes for design development, verification, and validation.
• Ensure tests generate the required evidence for system assurance , compliance, and technical acceptance.
• Collaborate with SMEs , project teams, and suppliers to scope and execute test activities.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and quality review of junior engineers' outputs.
• Support strategic resource planning aligned to programme priorities.
• Monitor supplier performance, technical quality, safety, and delivery metrics.
• Integrate test tools and processes with wider engineering and business systems.
• Drive digital improvements using PowerApps , Power Automate , Azure DevOps , Power BI , SharePoint , or similar tools.
• Produce and review technical documentation including test specifications , calculations, reports, drawings, and P&IDs.
• Support right-first-time delivery through continuous improvement initiatives
• Required Skills:
• Strong experience planning and delivering test programmes in engineering environments.
• Background in safety-critical or regulated industries (Nuclear desirable).
• Experience managing engineering projects to time, cost, and quality targets.
• Strong understanding of verification & validation (V&V) processes.
• Experience with structured systems engineering methodologies.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to review technical work and coach engineering teams.
• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering , Nuclear Engineering , or related discipline or equivalent military experience .
• Desirable Skills:
• Experience within nuclear , power generation , defence , aerospace , or oil & gas sectors.
• Knowledge of digital engineering and automation tools.
• Experience with supplier management and outsourced delivery models.
• Familiarity with requirements management tools.
• 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)

Benefits

Additional Information

As a Senior Engineer - Test Capability , you will join Derby team to support our activities within the Nuclear sector. You will play a key role in developing and governing the tools, methods, processes, and standards required for successful engineering test programmes supporting advanced nuclear power systems. This role focuses on verification & validation , test strategy, supplier oversight, digital process improvement, and ensuring that test programmes deliver robust technical evidence to support system design, safety, and regulatory assurance. You will be working in a highly regulated, safety-critical environment, contributing to the delivery of next-generation nuclear technology. Location: Derby/ Warrington/ Manchester - Can be based in anyone of these sites On Site: 3 days per week Clearance: BPSS Experience Level: 5-10

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