Technical Nuclear Lead

About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With over 55 years in regulated sectors, our 7,750 Switchers apply engineering excellence and digital innovation to deliver energy infrastructure. In the UK, we are leading the charge in nuclear engineering - join us and shape tomorrow's power systems with one of the world's top three nuclear engineering companies.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

At Assystem, you'll work alongside experts delivering complex, high-impact energy projects. As one of the world's top three independent nuclear engineering firms, we're deeply embedded in landmark programmes like Hinkley Point C. By joining our community of Switchers, you become part of a global movement shaping the low-carbon energy future.

Job Mission

As Technical Nuclear Lead, you will act as the senior technical authority within Assystem's embedded team supporting our new opportunities and bids in the Netherlands. You will ensure that all nuclear engineering activities and vendor interactions meet the highest standards of safety, design integrity, and technical quality during the pre delivery phase of new nuclear plant development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of bid specifications and technical evaluations, focusing on nuclear safety, operability, maintainability, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the senior technical interface with technology vendors to ensure lifecycle operability and engineering robustness.
• Oversee technical input for regulatory submissions, including safety cases and design documentation.
• Advise the Contracting Authority on nuclear technical risk and mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to high level technical reviews, including Design Assurance, HAZOPs, and Safety Committees.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of nuclear safety and technical excellence within the team.
• Ensure technical traceability between stakeholder requirements and vendor proposals.

Your Profile

Essential

• Master's degree or PhD (or equivalent) in Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a closely related discipline.
• Several years' experience in technical roles within the nuclear sector.
• Deep understanding of nuclear plant design, operations, maintainability, and licensing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical assessments in complex, multi stakeholder environments.
• Experience working with regulators, operators, or technical vendors on new build projects.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Dutch regulation and standards is beneficial.
• Willingness to travel and collaborate in a multinational environment.

Desirable

• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Experience with Generation III+ technologies and new nuclear build projects.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as WENRA, IAEA, EUR, and Dutch nuclear standards.

Why Apply?

• Take a central role in one of Europe's most ambitious nuclear energy programmes.
• Work closely with government authorities, technology vendors, and global experts.
• Contribute your expertise to projects that directly support climate neutrality.
• Join a collaborative, high performance team committed to innovation and safety.

We are committed to inclusive recruitment and value diversity in all its forms. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds who are passionate about contributing to the energy transition.