Civil Engineer
Helensburgh
Contract/Staff
Hybrid
Purpose of the job
We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer to join a multi‑disciplinary engineering team operating within an Approval Authority environment. The role supports both current operations and future programmes, contributing to the delivery and assurance of critical infrastructure within a highly regulated environment.
You will work alongside Mechanical, Structural, Electrical, Building Services and Piping Engineers, collectively responsible for the development, assessment and maintenance of Engineering Design Substantiation. This work ensures that design intent, critical safety factors, and safety and operational requirements are satisfied in accordance with current legislation, regulation and recognised good practice.
Key Accountabilities
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Author, develop, assess, maintain and manage engineering design substantiation documentation
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Produce and manage design change and concession documentation
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Present design substantiation to formal nuclear safety governance and assurance committees
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Develop and maintain Examination, Inspection, Maintenance & Testing (EIMT) schedules and associated procedures
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Produce and assess Periodic Review of Safety (PRS) reports
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Provide technical advice and direction to internal and external stakeholders
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Produce scopes of work for Independent Technical Assessments and Independent Peer Reviews
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Apply general and specialist civil/structural engineering knowledge, including emerging technologies
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Undertake design, assessment and through‑life support of assets within a nuclear/high‑risk environment
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Produce robust technical justifications for civil/structural design modifications
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Review external contractor submissions, safety cases and technical reports
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Check and peer‑review calculations and technical documentation produced by colleagues
Occupational Skills and Knowledge
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in the design and assessment of reinforced concrete and steel structures subject to dynamic loading (e.g. seismic, blast, wind, snow and environmental loads)
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Experience working with reinforced concrete structures
Proven ability to produce robust technical justifications for design modifications in a high‑hazard industry -
Experience applying theoretical and practical engineering methods throughout the full asset lifecycle
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Ability to combine general and specialist engineering knowledge in complex environments
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Strong knowledge of British Standards, Eurocodes, and relevant structural design codes
Employee Staff Benefits:
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8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
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Private Medical Scheme*
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Employee Share Scheme
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Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work
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25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service, 31 days after 10 years’ service)
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Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year
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In partnership with trade unions
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Gym Discounts
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Personal Development & Further Education Support
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Long Service & Recognition Awards
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Free Employee Assistance Programme
Nuvia is a subsidiary of VINCI construction - an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.
Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.
NUVIA is a branch of VINCI, the world's largest integrated concessions and construction group. NUVIA is more specifically the nuclear entity of the VINCI Group and is involved in the entire life cycle of nuclear facilities, from new build to decommissioning, maintenance and operation.NUVIA is constantly growing, with more than 2700 employees worldwide. On average, 100 men and women join us every year. Now, more than ever, we are looking for new talent to support the group's growth.
