Head of Process Engineering - Nuclear

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Company Description

Empowering Innovation in Nuclear Energy: Join AECOM's Vision for a Sustainable Future!

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers and shape the future of the Nuclear Industry?

Due to our exciting pipeline of work, we are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Head of Process Engineering for delivery of our current portfolio of work with a focus on growing our Process Engineering capability in line with the demand from our clients and new opportunities.

You will have the vision and passion we need to strengthen our offering, undertaking a business development role as well as process engineering capability management and governance. You will lead the development of a strong and agile team to whom you will provide leadership and robust management. In your role, you will be the first point of direct contact with clients, partners, and contractors. You will develop the contacts required to grow our Process Engineering business, building on a demonstrable specialism in this area.

Here's what you'll do:

• Deliver technical expertise in Process Engineering, providing guidance and support to team members
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the nuclear process engineering capability
• Provide leadership and governance to the nuclear process engineering capability
• Grow the nuclear process capability in line with demand from clients and new opportunities
• Seek new opportunities from Clients for future work
• Grow early careers personnel via mentoring and support
• Lead recruitment for process engineering
• Focus on development and training of process engineering capability to ensure a diverse SQEP (Suitably Qualified and Experienced) team
• Stay abreast of new opportunities arising within the nuclear process engineering sector
• Support bids as a subject matter expert in the field

Come grow with us.

Become part of our dynamic nuclear team, which boasts a team of leading and innovating industry experts. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. At AECOM, you'll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

And let's not forget about the perks at AECOM. You'll enjoy a range of core and personalized benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customized to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a dynamic team that tackles challenging and impactful nuclear projects
• Work alongside industry-leading professionals and thought leaders
• Engage in a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

Here's what we're looking for:

• Relevant Engineering Degree: BEng (Hons) in Chemical Engineering, and professional qualification via IChemE
• Demonstrable experience in leading others and developing team members
• Demonstrable expertise with a track record of application of process engineering knowledge or skills in the nuclear sector
• Demonstrable record of successful delivery, including positions influencing other professional engineers in the definition, implementation, and delivery of engineering work packages
• Ability to provide strategic guidance based on knowledge and experience of projects across a portfolio to inform and direct projects and programmes
• Ability to provide leadership and undertake business development in a key area within an engineering function including acting as a custodian of resource and expertise

You will also be self-motivated with an ability to work both autonomously where required, with a strong sense of commitment, a willingness to learn, and a desire to work in a dynamic deadline-driven team environment.

At AECOM, we believe in creating a better world through innovative and sustainable solutions. If you share our vision and are ready to make a difference in the nuclear industry, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information

Security Clearance

Please note that our offer of employment is conditional upon your ability to meet UK security clearance requirements. This is necessary for you to work on the full range of projects requiring security clearance at AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited.

Application Support

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us at ReasonableAdjustments@aecom.com. At AECOM, we value everyone's unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us, we would be delighted to hear from you!