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Join us in building a carbon-free future.
Join our organisation, where we have a huge variety of projects on-the-go at any one time. So, when you start this role with us, it could take your career wherever your interests lie. You'll find everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed, and we're ready to help you grow.
When it comes to living your life, we want you to get the most out of it. So, talk to us about all our flexible and remote working policies that can support your personal priorities. Also, ask us about some of our recent pledges for Women's Equality, as well as being a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer.
Your purpose
Are you a Junior Process Engineer, looking for the next steps to support chartership? If you have exceptional interpersonal skills, thrive on working on exciting projects and have interest in the Nuclear sector then we want to hear from you.
We are looking for assistant process engineers to join our growing Systems Design team to support a wide range of nuclear projects (from Hinkley point C to fusion research projects!). You will be working as part of our Systems Design team of 50 to complete exciting client secondments or delivering design projects in-house. This is an exciting time in the Nuclear Industry with large projects such as Hinkley Point C due to start commissioning soon, and other Net Zero and nuclear projects in the pipeline.
What you can bring?
You will enjoy working with others, sometimes directly at client sites, sometimes from our offices. You will be willing to learn new skills, and open to a range of opportunities.
In addition to building excellent relationships within Atkins, you’ll be able to build excellent relationships with our clients, being able to provide proactive support to a team or client within a project. You’ll also have the ability to work individually or as part of multi-disciplinary teams.
In addition to having strong communication and analytical skills, other key requirements include -
- Degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
- A desire to work towards IChemE chartership.
- An appropriate level of relevant industrial experience* (e.g., 1-3 years) which could be derived from research and development., project engineering, operations, or contract or consultancy field.
- Demonstrable ability to be able to communicate well, especially with the written form.
*New graduates should apply through for a Graduate position (All Atkins graduate roles 2021 | Atkins Graduate Scheme (snclavalin.com)
Why work for Atkins?
The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.
We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at Atkins. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.
Read more about our Vision for Women.
Meeting your needs
When you start with us, you'll enjoy “Total Reward,” a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.
Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.
Read more about 'Total Reward'.
More about us
Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group, is a leading global consultancy with over 80 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.
Check out some of our recent, most exciting projects.
Additional information
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.