Technical Lead

Our client, a prominent player in the nuclear sector, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Technical Lead to join their team on a permanent basis. This role is based in their Bristol office 3 days per week, with 2 days working from home. There will be some site visits required so a willingness to travel is essential.

Main Responsibilities:

Lead delivery and decision-making for PTLS (Pools, Tanks, Liners, Sumps, Steelworks) scope
Author, check, and approve technical deliverables (RFI, FCR, NCR, design documents)
Act as a technical point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders
Lead technical meetings and coordinate with design offices
Provide technical guidance and problem-solving for construction/site issues
Ensure adherence to QA processes, standards, and delegated authority requirements
Manage team workload, delegation, and oversight of technical activities
Support design gap resolution and ongoing field engineering topics
Train more junior team members

Key Skills Required:

Strong technical expertise in civil/structural and steelwork design
General welding engineering knowledge (processes, NDT, welding defects, welding standards)
Ability to perform and understand engineering calculations (e.g. welds, anchors, structures)
Experience with design tools (could be TEKLA, NavisWorks, PDMS)
Knowledge of codes and standards (could include EUROCODE, RCC-M)
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Ability to lead teams, manage workload, and ensure quality compliance
Experience in multicultural and multidisciplinary project environments

Benefits:

Permanent role with a reputable company in the nuclear sector
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Engaging and challenging projects
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Comprehensive benefits package
If you have the technical expertise and leadership qualities to excel in this role, apply now to join our client's dynamic team in the nuclear sector