Senior Cost Engineer at UK Atomic Energy Authority

Vale of White Horse, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

57117.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cost engineering, Cost modelling, Project management, Engineering design, Procurement, Stakeholder management, Data analysis, Technical reporting, Fusion energy, Risk assessment, Budgeting, Mentoring, Communication, Problem solving

Industry

Research Services

Description

Company Description The UK Government has established UK Industrial Fusion Solutions (UKIFS) Ltd , a subsidiary of UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), to lead the charge in delivering fusion energy through design and delivery of the Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production (STEP) prototype fusion plant. UKIFS is establishing itself, setting up the company, attracting talent, engaging with industry, developing a supply chain, and planning and constructing of the STEP prototype. Fusion energy, crucial for combating climate change and ensuring energy independence, is expected to be commercially viable by mid-century. The UK, led by UKIFS, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd. will lead delivery, collaborating with industrial partners and building a fusion supply chain with an estimated global sector value of £7tn per year. Join UKIFS and the STEP programme to be involved in this ground breaking journey. As an employee of UKIFS, you will benefit from: Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert. Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible). Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment. Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders, Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays Wide range of career development opportunities A vibrant culture committed to being fully inclusive The salary for this role is £51,317. This role includes a non‑contractual and non‑pensionable specialist allowance of £5,800. The closing date to apply for this position is the 27th of April. A full list of our benefits can be found here https://careers.ukaea.uk/life-at-ukaea/employee-benefits/ For more information on UKIFS, visit: https://careers.ukaea.uk/wp-content/uploads/download/UKIFS_CandidateRecruitmentPack.pdf This position is to be based at West Burton, Nottinghamshire and onsite working is expected for 3 days each week. For more information on UKIFS, visit: https://careers.ukaea.uk/wp-content/uploads/download/UKIFS_CandidateRecruitmentPack.pdf Job Description The Role UKIFS is leading the STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) programme to deliver the world’s first prototype fusion energy plant by 2040, driving a path to the commercial viability of fusion. As part of this bold and ambitious mission, we are seeking a STEP Head of Establishment, West Burton, to lead our teams in West Burton in establishing the future home of STEP. STEP - One mission. One vision. One planet. (ukaea.uk) The key responsibilities of the Senior Cost Engineer are: Lead the development of cost models relevant to the assigned product areas. Work closely with the respective technical teams to assure consistency with the product design as well as create awareness of the cost models relevant to their product area Influence the design of the individual product areas to lead to an integrated cost optimised plant design and instil a cost conscience in the wider programme Form an integrated understanding on how the cost of an individual system affects the overarching cost of the prototype and potential commercial successors Launch and manage external procurement for cost estimation activities Assure timeliness of the creation of the model in relation to the required decision timescales To act as main point of contact for cost assessment in the relevant product area and participate in relevant design review meetings To quickly gain a top-level understanding of the relevant subject matter of the partnered product areas Identify and protect intellectual property across all costing activities Ensure robust and rigorous documentation of cost modelling and optimisation efforts using succinct, programme relevant and highly credible costing reports, ensuring all cost reports are passed through the costing due diligence process soliciting the review and approval of Subject Matter Experts Coach graduate cost engineers in both cost engineering and fusion power plant integration Qualifications Essential Requirements: Degree engineering/scientific discipline or significant experience of working in an engineering field Either strong cost engineering background in infrastructure / engineering environments with good technical understanding and interest in integrated fusion power plant design, or strong knowledge of fusion power plant integration and interest in costs Strong verbal and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to quickly build a working knowledge of a new, complex subject matter Self-motivated and capable of working independently within a multi-disciplinary team Ability to influence product design leads, senior management, and other stakeholders Ability to plan and manage costing modelling and optimisation activities to support commercially viable product options Ability to collaborate with wide range of stakeholders (R&D product development teams, UK universities, SMEs and suppliers to address gaps and inform critical costing activities) Resilience in a high paced working environment Additional Information Professional Development and Collaboration: Active engagement with APM and other relevant external bodies as part of continuous development. Support the wider STEP PPM community via active contributions at STEP meetings and events, contributions at Community of Practice or conferences etc. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, particularly women in STEM and individuals from British black and ethnic minority backgrounds, and individuals with disabilities. Our Executive team, supported by our 'Equality, Diversity and Inclusion' (EDI) Partner and Inclusion Ambassadors, actively promotes EDI and takes steps to increase diversity within our organisation. We reinforce best practices in recruitment and selection and evaluate approaches to remove barriers to success. UKIFS is committed to being accessible. Please email [email protected] if you have any questions or require help or adjustments to compete on a fair basis, for example, changes to the way we interview or share information. This role requires employees to complete an online Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), including the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks for criminal convictions. Whilst not required at this time, there is a possibility of an SC Clearance being required in the future. If a candidate already holds an SC clearance, that clearance can be transferred to UKIFS. As we work towards our mission and goals, guided by our principles, STEP has six behaviours that are intended to capture the spirit of how we work: We champion safety We all matter We act as one We embrace change We are pioneering We deliver For applicants applying from outside the United Kingdom or those who have spent time outside the UK in the last five years, please visit the following link for information on criminal records checks: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If your country of residence or previous residence is not listed on the website or if the UK Government does not have information on obtaining a criminal records check from that state, we regret to inform you that we cannot process your application. Salary: £51,317 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: UKFE - Programme Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Grade G Department: UKFE - Whole Programme and Controls

Responsibilities

The Senior Cost Engineer will lead the development of cost models for product areas and influence integrated plant design to ensure commercial viability. They will also manage external procurement for cost estimation and provide expert guidance to technical teams and graduate engineers.