Job Description

The role is that of CS&A Independent Structural Assessment Capability Lead. This is a Design Capability role in a technical specialist area to lead a structural assessment delivery team and provide expert advice and guidance.

The candidate will be required to lead a team of CS&A Assessors with responsibility for

• Delivering Independent Structural Assessment in accordance with SLSP 1.02.09.01.
• Ensuring that the appropriate engineering processes are developed and maintained for Independent Structural Assessment.
• Undertaking review of CS&A analysis and design to ensure the structural design philosophies and concepts are well-reasoned, fit for purpose and safe.
• Ensuring that review are trended to maintain the quality of the engineering solutions produced by the Engineering Design teams.
• Where appropriate, guiding the development of suitable and sufficient fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Where appropriate, providing consultancy support, and advice.

Successful role holder will be expected to work effectively at both Risley / Sellafield sites to be effective in delivery of their role and responsibilities.

This is a delivery role that falls within EDLP7. This role requires the candidate to lead and manage the Independent Assessment of CS&A designs and ensure they are safe, legally compliant, fit for purpose design solutions that meet functional and safety requirements. The responsibilities, accountabilities and authorities for a Design Capability Lead can be found in ED15.

Essential Skills

• Demonstrable experience working in roles where knowledge of structural design is a key attribute.
• Demonstrable experience of working collaboratively to deliver successful projects and work packages.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of ANSYS, LS-DYNA, response spectrum analysis, SSI / SSSI, finite element analysis techniques and appropriate validation and verification techniques
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience of application of SL Engineering Standards for seismic analysis and design
• Considerable knowledge of civil and structural engineering relating to nuclear structures both new and existing – covering analysis tools, seismic analysis, and fault load scenarios for complex designs.
• Experience of producing Impact Assessments including R3 methods
• Knowledge of SL plants and SEMS processes relevant to structural design / analysis / ISA Assessment methodology.
• Comprehensive and detailed understanding of legislation, regulations and standards relevant to structural design and analysis.
• Experience of producing structural substantiation documentation and producing engineering judgements
• Knowledge of temporary works design and innovative construction/dismantling methodologies.

Education – Academic & Professional Qualifications
• MEng or equivalent in relevant discipline • Chartered status with relevant Professional Institution
• Actively pursuing Fellowship of relevant discipline Professional Institution
• Meeting the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements of their Professional Institution

Desirable Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience of resolving technical queries and challenges with Regulators

Additional Information

• Open VN
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Contact/s: Mark Offord

The interviews for this vacancy are expected to take place on 2nd October 2026.

ASW’s may have the right to apply for internal Sellafield Ltd vacancies. Please note if you are an Agency Supplied Worker you are required to attach evidence of all qualifications obtained to support your application. We require a minimum of A*-C (9-4) GCSE in English Language, Maths & Science/IT or equivalent / higher qualification.

Contracted Supply Workers (CSWs) are not eligible to apply to internal vacancies. CSWs are welcome to apply to external vacancies advertised on our external vacancies board.

If you choose to apply for this role and your application is shortlisted by the hiring manager, you will be invited to a competency based interview. In the interview, you will be assessed against the below competencies:

Behavioural:
1. Commitment to Nuclear Safety & Security 3.1.1
2. Problem Solving 3.1.3
3. Integrity and Honesty 3.1.2

Technical:
1. Delivering Engineering Solutions 34.2

Please see link to the competency framework for further information:
https://slportal.ssa-intra.net/pub/SC001/00027/Competency%20Framework/Forms/AllItems.aspx

If your technical competency is not in the above framework, please refer to the profession’s share point page for further information.

During the interview, you will also be expected to give a 10 minute presentation on:
“Describe how you would lead rigorous and effective Independent Assessments of CS&A Structures and Systems’

This presentation should be sent to recruitment@sellafieldcloud.co.uk via email at least two working days before your interview. You should also take four paper copies of your presentation to your interview in case of any IT issues on the day.

Sellafield Ltd are recognised as a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3). Disability Confident employers offer an interview to disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. Sellafield Ltd define the minimum criteria as the ‘essential skills’ which are listed on the vacancy notice. Whilst completing your application form, you will be able to indicate if you wish to be considered under the disability confident scheme. If you would prefer to discuss this directly with us, please contact the GBS Recruitment team on recruitment@sellafieldcloud.co.uk

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The closing date for this vacancy is Tuesday 15th September 2026.