Layout Engineer- Nuclear

Company Description ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability.

At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today. Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

We are seeking a motivated Layout Engineer to join our growing team, supporting the design and delivery of Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) routing and assemblies within Nuclear Projects.

In this role, you will develop layouts, arrangements, and modularised assemblies, ensuring they meet technical, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning requirements.

the heart of a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you will collaborate closely with layout, installation, CAD, and systems engineers to develop module clusters that meet all system and transverse requirements.

• Location: Derby
• On Site: Remote with Occasional site visit to Manchester/ Derby/ Warrington - Anyone site
• Clearance: BPSS
• Experience Level: 4-8 YOE

• Develop and validate Conventional Island layouts to ensure all technical and programme requirements are met.
• Progress design packages through the gated Design Review process.
• Proactively engage with stakeholders to capture requirements, assumptions, and constraints.
• Understand and manage risks associated with Conventional Island installations, making decisions aligned with programme risk.
• Work in accordance with Health, Safety and Environmental requirements , ensuring compliance with corporate and legislative standards.
• Collaborate with installation, layout, and CAD engineers to develop module clusters that meet system, component, and transverse requirements.
• Ensure quality is maintained throughout the SMR lifecycle by contributing to technical reviews and project review gates.
• Support configuration and data management , ensuring accurate and controlled design information.
• Apply knowledge of risk management, data‑driven manufacturing, installation process improvement, and construction planning to optimise design outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in Plant Layout, Piping Layout or general Layout background in complex projects.
• Proven experience delivering installation design programmes to time, cost, and quality.
• Experience leading the development of design solutions from concept to detailed definition using Robust Design methodologies , including DfX and trade‑off studies.
• Strong logical problem‑solving skills and engineering judgement to determine optimal modular arrangements.
• Systems Engineering Understanding -

management

• Stakeholder management
• Technical and programme risk management
• Design for through‑life operation , nuclear safety, fault scenarios, and EMIT
• Gated Design Review processes

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience . Desirable

• Experience in nuclear, power generation, or other safety-critical industries
• Knowledge of ONR safety principles, INPO guidance, or similar regulatory frameworks

Additional Information

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today. In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent) We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

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