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Senior CS&A Engineer

Posted: 25/02/26
Recruiter:Westlakes Recruit
Reference:3075140693
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£60 Hourly
Location:Seascale, Cumbria
Description: Job Description


An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior CS&A Design Engineer with site experience in upgrading civil infrastructure, structural design, and loading assessments of in-pond equipment, along with the ability to oversee facility upgrades, to join a major project design team.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an established team working on a high-profile infrastructure project within the nuclear sector. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment to deliver a project of national importance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multi-disciplinary project teams, and the client on a fast-paced project.



Key Responsibilities


  • Provide Lessons From Experience (LFE) and apply knowledge of operational plant constraints throughout project delivery.

  • Review and approve Technical Queries (TQs) to enable site works to progress safely and efficiently.

  • Assist with formal construction sign-off processes, ensuring works are delivered in accordance with approved scope and requirements.

  • Oversee building works on site, ensuring quality standards and compliance requirements are met.

  • Supervise and support site surveying activities to ensure accurate data collection.

  • Ensure plans, drawings, and quantities are accurate; check and approve CS&A design deliverables.

  • Manage and control design documentation, including drawings and technical specifications.

  • Maintain configuration control of engineering deliverables and associated site works.

  • Liaise with other discipline designers to ensure compliance with applicable design and construction regulations.

  • Provide regular progress reports and updates to the Project Engineering Manager (PEM).

  • Plan and prioritise work effectively, adapting to setbacks and resolving technical challenges as they arise.

  • Contribute site-based knowledge and technical input to Design and Constructability Reviews.


Required Experience & Skills


  • HNC/HND in Engineering (or equivalent qualification).

  • Strong operational plant knowledge and experience working within a live operational environment.

  • Experience using engineering document management and configuration control systems.

  • Positive, proactive attitude with excellent communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively across diverse project teams.

  • Ability to obtain and maintain appropriate security clearance for work within a regulated industry environment.


Working Arrangements


  • Full-time position - 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday).

  • Flexible working arrangements aligned with project and client requirements, including regular attendance at project offices and/or site locations as required.


Why Join the Team?


  • Be part of a long-established and respected project partnership delivering major infrastructure improvements within the nuclear sector.

  • Work on challenging, fast-paced projects of national importance.

  • Join a collaborative and supportive team committed to innovation, professional development, and delivering excellence.

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