CS&A Responsible Engineer

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.

CS&A Responsible Engineer

Warrington

Staff or Contract (Inside IR35)

CS&A Responsible Engineer (RE) 🏗️

The RE holds full technical accountability for Civils, Structural & Architectural (CS&A) engineering within their area, ensuring all work is safe, compliant, and fit for purpose across the project lifecycle 🔍.

Working to R2A2 (ED21), you’ll provide technical leadership, governance, and assurance, while retaining responsibility for key engineering decisions—even when delegated 👷♂️.

Responsibilities

Strong CS&A background in regulated, safety-critical environments ⚠️; Proven technical accountability & decision-making experience ✅; Ensure compliance with legislation, standards, and safety requirements 📜; Establish governance, assurance & verification processes 🧩; Lead multi-disciplinary teams & resolve complex technical issues 🤝; Interface with project teams, regulators & assurance bodies 🏢; Promote a strong safety, quality & compliance culture 🛡️

Requirements

Familiar with engineering governance & gated processes ⚙️; SQEP aligned with SR0698 & ED21 standards 🎯; Degree (or equivalent) in CS&A or related engineering discipline; Extensive CS&A experience suitable for a Responsible Engineer role 🏗️; Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) with a recognised institution 👨🔧; Able to meet security clearance & site access requirements 🔐

Nice to have

Planning, site master planning & council engagement 🗺️; Contaminated land, utilities & ground investigations 🌍; Seismic & heavy industrial/plant room design 🌐; Nuclear or high-hazard environments ☢️; Safety case development & regulatory engagement 📊; Full lifecycle delivery: concept → commissioning 🔄; Managing deviations, non-conformances & improvements 📈; Fellowship or senior membership of a professional institution 🏅; Training in nuclear safety, functional safety, or systems engineering ☢️; Postgraduate qualification in engineering or management 📘