ASSYSTEM
Nuclear Engineering
StressEngineer
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“Stress Engineer at ASSYSTEM. Skills: Finite Element Analysis, FEA assessments, ANSYS, Abaqus. Deliver Finite Element Analysis (FEA) assessments. Plan, deliver and report projects”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver projects; Achieving milestones; Producing high-quality outputs on time and within budget
Industry & Context.
Engineering analysis; Technical fundamentals; Aptitude for calculations; Appreciation of structures; Appreciation of mechanics; Appreciation of fluids; Ability to ‘sense-check’ analysis results
BPSS and SC required, Ability to travel, Undertake work packages supporting major UK and international Nuclear Clients., Meet certain residency criteria, Attain minimum level of UK security clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Excellent technical fundamentals, Hands-on experience of computer based modelling codes such as Abaqus, Ansys, Nastran, CFD etc., Appreciation of code assessments in a safety related industry, for example ASME, RCC-M, KTA or comparable codes from other sectors., Engineering Degree (or equivalent), Full UK driving license and ability to travel within the UK.
Nice to Have
Previous experience in similar roles in the nuclear or fusion industry., Hands-on experience of 3D modelling in CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor, Catia or SolidWorks., Experience of fluid-modelling such as CFD, or dynamic modelling such as LS-Dyna or Radioss., Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
What You'll Do.
Deliver Finite Element Analysis (FEA) assessments
deliver and report projects
Communicate with stakeholders
Work within client teams
Deliver Assystem projects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Working with experienced Simulation and Assessment team; Communicating with internal and external stakeholders; Working within client teams as part of an integrated embedded team; Collaborative & Independent; Thrive in team environments
Communication Scope
Communicating with internal and external stakeholders; Organised Communicator; Excellent communication skills, written and oral
Process & Methodology
Planning, Delivery, Reporting, Managing priorities effectively, Delivery-Driven, Achieving milestones, Producing high-quality outputs on time and within budget, Balancing requirements, risk, change, and delivery objectives
Full Job Description
Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. In this role, you will be working with our experienced Simulation and Assessment team to deliver projects such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) assessments of components for nuclear components to design codes such as ASME III or RCC-M. This includes planning, delivery and reporting of the projects, and communicating with internal and external stakeholders such as the customer’s technical leads. This role may include both working within client teams as part of an integrated embedded team, and delivering Assystem projects from one of our offices. Key Attributes * Eager to Learn – Grow your expertise through hands-on projects, mentorship, and exposure to diverse customers and challenges. * Technically Curious – Apply engineering analysis using tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus FEA, and MathCAD to deliver robust simulation and assessment work. * Digital-First Mindset – Confident using engineering and collaboration tools including PLM systems, document control platforms, MS Office, and Teams. * Collaborative & Independent – Thrive in team environments while also taking ownership of tasks and delivering independently when needed. * Delivery-Driven – Focused on achieving milestones and producing high-quality outputs on time and within budget. * Commercially Aware – Understand the wider project context, balancing requirements, risk, change, and delivery objectives. * Organised Communicator – Strong planning, coordination, and communication skills with the ability to manage priorities effectively. * Clear Tech
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