Lead CS&A Engineer

Our Client has a requirement for a Lead CS&A Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis in Devonport.

• Lead CS&A Engineer
• Sector - Nuclear
• Devonport Only required to visit once a month
• Contract role inside IR35
• Rate DOE
• BPSS Clearance required but must be able to obtain SC

The purpose of the DSR Updates Engineering Lead post is:

About the Role

We are seeking a Lead CS&A Engineer to technically manage a team delivering updates to Design Safety Reports (DSRs) in support of the PSC-220 Phase 4 safety assessment. You ll lead the team through expert guidance, technical oversight, and seamless project delivery within the Strategic Infrastructure Business Unit.

Key Responsibilities

1. Team Leadership: Oversee and manage the technical output and quality of the DSR Updates team.
2. Safety Report Updates: Identify, author, and review updates to extant DSRs supporting safety claims for Dock 14.
3. Methodology Development: Develop processes and methodologies for updating reports.
4. Project Integration: Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to align engineering outputs with safety, operational, and project requirements.
5. Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with our Business Management System and Technical Manual.
6. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with Safety Engineers, Operations Managers, and Project Managers to meet scope, schedule, and budgetary goals.
7. Subject Matter Expertise: Provide guidance and advice related to CS&A engineering.

Accountabilities

• Technical quality of assigned packages (reporting to Operations and Integration Manager).
• Scope, schedule, and cost delivery (reporting to Project Manager - Safety).
• Effective technical planning and project implementation.
• Delivering documentation aligned with standards, schedules, and budgets.

Interfacing Responsibilities

Collaborate with:

• Principal Engineers: Ensure interdisciplinary alignment of deliverables.
• Safety Engineers: Enable compliance with Safety Functional Requirements.
• Project Managers: Ensure deliverables meet scope, schedule, and budget.
• User Acceptance Group & Design Authority: Validate system functionality and technical governance.

Why Join Us?

This role offers a blend of strategic leadership, technical expertise, and the opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering safety-critical solutions. If you thrive in complex, high-stakes environments and have a passion for engineering excellence, we d love to hear from you!

Apply Today! Help us drive safety and innovation at one of the UK's most strategic infrastructure sites.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Lead CS&A Engineer looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.