ASSYSTEM

Nuclear Engineering

StressEngineer

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Stress Engineer at ASSYSTEM. Skills: Finite Element Analysis, ANSYS, Abaqus FEA, ASME III. Deliver Finite Element Analysis (FEA) assessments. Plan projects”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver robust simulation and assessment work; Achieving milestones; Producing high-quality outputs on time and within budget

Industry & Context.

Nuclear Engineering
Problems you'll solve

Technically Curious; Apply engineering analysis

Eligibility Requirements

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, Aptitude for calculations, Appreciation of structures, Appreciation of mechanics, Appreciation of fluids, Ability to 'sense-check' analysis results, Hands-on experience of computer based modelling codes, Appreciation of code assessments in a safety related industry, Full UK driving license, 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, Working towards Chartered Engineer status

What You'll Do.

Deliver Finite Element Analysis (FEA) assessments

Communicate with stakeholders

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Working within client teams; Working within an integrated embedded team; Collaborative & Independent

Communication Scope

Organised Communicator; Clear Technical Writer; Excellent communication skills, written and oral

Process & Methodology

Project management

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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