Nuclear Safety Case Engineer/ Specialist

The Opportunity Nuclear Safety Case Engineer/ Specialist, Gloucester, Competitive salary (negotiable) + benefits. EDF Energy Nuclear New Build (NNB) is in the process of designing and constructing two new reactors at Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Somerset. To support the licensing and operation of these reactors, a competent Design Authority is required supporting the HPC Project to understand the plant design and to develop robust nuclear safety cases. The purpose of this role is to ensure nuclear safety and maintain design integrity through enacting the role of intelligent customer within the Maintain Design Integrity Branch. This Branch is responsible for the development of the HPC hazards safety case,managing the configuration of the HPC safety case and performing some of the detailed technical studies including internal / external hazards, classification and radiation protection. The Safety Case Specialist/ Engineerrole is: * Based in Gloucester (Barnwood) with occasional working at other EDF locations in the UK and France; * Part of a multi-disciplined Design Authority of around 30 professional scientists and engineers providing support to the HPC project; * Responsible for the technical ownership of topic areas related to the HPC safety case within the HPC project; * Responsible for establishing and maintaining links with the supply chain, other parts of the HPC project, other parts of EDF Energy and the regulators in all relevant matters. The Person What does being a great Safety Case Specialist/ Engineer at EDF Energy mean? The successful candidate will report to theSafety Case Analysis Group Lead. This post is required to have a broad understanding of the entire safety case especially those elements that span multiple disciplines. They will be required to provide advice to thea range of stakeholders including operations, systems and civils groups across the HPC project regarding safety case compliance. To understand the safety case especially those elements that span multiple disciplines. Identify the requirements and lead/ support the development of multi-legged safety cases Manage the production and development of the sections of the site specific safety case; Support the system groups in the Technical Directorate to develop changes to the safety case; Provide safety case input to non-conformances and design changes for specified systems; Work effectively and maintain a strong relationship with EDF Engineering and Regulatory bodies; Co-ordinate support from other external organisations; Interface with the regulator in the areas of safety case management and broad scope safety cases. Design Authority is the owner and controller of the safety case through production, taking technical oversight of procurement, manufacture, construction, commissioning and operation; thereby maintaining design integrity. The role holder will be required to advise the HPC project teams and the Responsible Designer on the development and adequacy of safety case and safety case related deliverables. The role holder will need to develop effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including EDF Energy, the Responsible Designer, external regulators and suppliers. The Skills Qualifications and Experience: Degree or equivalent in physical science, maths or engineering; Chartered scientist/engineer status would be desirable. Technical and Commercial Knowledge and Skills: Demonstrable evidence of complex safety case management/production within the nuclear industry; Identification and resolution of issues and development work within the life cycle of nuclear plant construction through to operational level; Experience in safety related, regulated environment e.g. nuclear or petrochemical industry; Excellent organisational skills; Ability to operate autonomously or as part of a team; Understanding the needs of quality; Decision making capability for resolution of safety case issues; Excellent communication skills Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers with diverse experiences and requirements. Inspiration Having a clear vision, direction and sense of purpose; The ability to identify and manage critical business issues; The ability to innovate, think laterally and tackle new areas of business risk and opportunity; Strong and effective decision making and the ability to manage resources; Being honourable, trustworthy, fair and honest - respecting confidentiality. Impact Get results and make things happen; Ability to influence at a senior level with both internal (within EDF Energy and EDF Group) and external audiences as required. Involvement Engaging and motivating to a team of professionals; Recognising, drawing out and utilising the skills of others; Share knowledge, experience, reward and leadership; Create a working environment of safety, autonomy and trust. Competitive Salary & Benefits We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including