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Associate Engineer
Tetra Tech
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

About The Role

We are seeking a full-time Associate Engineer with a strong technical and leadership background to support and help lead our structural engineering team. The role will involve delivery and oversight of complex engineering projects, primarily within the nuclear sector, while also supporting work across other regulated and infrastructure environments.

The Associate Engineer will play a key role in shaping technical delivery within a highly regulated industry, working closely with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality and compliant engineering solutions. The role also includes mentoring staff and contributing to the ongoing development of the team and wider business.

Role Responsibilities

  • Take technical and managerial responsibility for the delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through to completion.
  • Act as a technical authority within the team, providing direction, assurance and guidance on design development, standards and best practice. But will be supported by Technical Directors within the team.
  • Manage project teams, allocating work appropriately and ensuring delivery to programme, budget and quality requirements.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned projects, developing and maintaining strong professional relationships.
  • Oversee and review designs, calculations, specifications and technical reports, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
  • Provide mentorship to engineers and technicians, contributing to professional development.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives, sharing knowledge and promoting innovation in technical delivery and project management.
  • Promote a strong culture of health, safety and wellbeing within design and project delivery activities.

Essential Skills

  • Demonstrable experience delivering engineering projects within the nuclear industry or similarly regulated environments.
  • Strong technical judgement with the ability to lead, review and assure engineering design in accordance with nuclear standards and expectations.
  • Clear understanding of safety, quality and regulatory drivers within nuclear projects.
  • Able to think strategically, understanding how project delivery supports wider business and client objectives.
  • Confident communicator, able to present complex technical information clearly to clients, regulators, colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes consistently.
  • Strong people skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate and develop others.
  • Collaborative approach, working effectively across disciplines and organisational boundaries.
  • Proactive and solutions-focused, with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience of working with nuclear clients, licensees or duty holders.
  • Familiarity with nuclear safety cases, substantiation, design justification or assurance processes.
  • Commercial awareness, including experience of project financial management and change control within regulated projects.
  • Ability to influence and positively challenge at senior levels when appropriate.

Relevant Qualifications

  • Degree (or equivalent) in Civil, Structural or a related engineering discipline.
  • Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership with a relevant professional institution. Or sufficient experience within the industry.

Training or courses that we will provide / encourage

Nuclear-specific training, including safety, quality and regulatory awareness as required by project needs.

Other

The role will require the ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.

A full UK driving licence may be required for site and client visits.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visitingwww.tetratecheurope.com/careers.

For more information on our company, please visit our website atwww.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are veryhappy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Water Treatment Engineer
JS Selection
North West England
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£35,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Job Title

Water Treatment Service Engineer Manchester / Greater Manchester

About the Role Are you an experienced Water Treatment Service Engineer looking for a stable, field-based role with strong long-term prospects? This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading water treatment company, part of a multi-billion-pound global group.

Covering Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester region, youll deliver a varied range of water treatment and compliance services to commercial and industrial clients, with full support, training, and career development available.

The Company A fast-growing water treatment and hygiene specialist, backed by a global organisation.

Known for developing and promoting staff internally.

Strong focus on employee wellbeing, retention, and long-term careers.

Key Responsibilities Youll be responsible for delivering water treatment services across Greater Manchester, including:

  • Closed loop analysis and testing
  • Cooling tower analysis and inspection
  • Water softener servicing and maintenance
  • General plumbing works
  • TMV servicing
  • Tank cleaning and disinfection
  • Water sampling and temperature monitoring

Youll manage your own workload, operate independently from home, and work closely with key clients to deliver a professional, high-quality service.

About You To be successful in this role, youll have:

  • Proven experience as a Water Treatment Service Engineer

  • Strong hands-on knowledge of:

  • Cooling towers

  • Water softeners

  • Plumbing works

  • Closed loop systems

  • A self-motivated approach and the ability to manage your own schedule

  • Ideally based in Manchester, Greater Manchester, or surrounding areas

  • A desire for either long-term stability or clear career progression

    Whats On Offer

    • Salary up to £38,000 basic, depending on experience
    • Company vehicle
    • Generous pension contributions
    • Healthcare cover
    • 24 days holiday + bank holidays
    • Ongoing training and clear progression opportunities
    • The chance to join a respected industry-leading water treatment businessHow to Apply If youre an experienced Water Treatment Engineer looking for a role covering Manchester and Greater Manchester, wed love to hear from you.
      Apply today to be considered.

    About JS Selection JS Selection is a specialist recruiter within the Environmental, Water Treatment, and Engineering sectors, recruiting exclusively for:

    • Water Treatment & Service Engineers
    • Legionella Risk Assessors
    • Account & Sales Managers
    • Business Development Managers
    • Operations ManagersDue to the volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within one week, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion. Your details will be retained, and you may be contacted about future suitable opportunities.
Associate/Principal Engineer (Depending on Experience) - Chartered Engineer
Tetra Tech
Multiple locations
Remote or hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

We are seeking a full-time Chartered Engineer with a strong technical background to support delivery of structural engineering projects within the nuclear sector. This role is suited to an experienced engineer who wishes to remain primarily focused on technical excellence, complex problem-solving and high-quality design within a highly regulated environment.

The role will involve hands-on engineering design, analysis and technical assurance, working as part of multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant and robust engineering solutions. There is no requirement for formal line management, allowing the role holder to focus on technical delivery and expertise.

Role Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality engineering design and analysis for nuclear projects from concept through to detailed design and implementation.

Produce, review and technically assure calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports in accordance with nuclear, industry and statutory standards.

Act as a technical specialist within project teams, providing expert input and supporting robust engineering decision-making.

Contribute to nuclear safety cases, substantiation and design justification activities where required.

Support independent checking, verification and technical assurance activities.

Work collaboratively with other disciplines, clients and stakeholders to resolve complex technical challenges.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant standards, guidance and best practice within the nuclear industry.

Promote high standards of health, safety, security and quality within all aspects of technical delivery.

Essential Skills

Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional institution.

Significant technical experience delivering engineering design within the nuclear industry or similarly regulated sectors.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to address complex technical challenges.

Excellent understanding of nuclear safety, quality and regulatory requirements.

Ability to produce clear, accurate and well-structured technical documentation.

Professional and collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams.

Strong personal accountability for technical quality and compliance.

Desirable Skills

Experience contributing to nuclear safety cases, substantiation or design justification.

Experience undertaking independent technical checking or assurance roles.

Familiarity with working directly with nuclear clients, licensees or duty holders.

Experience supporting or advising less experienced engineers in a technical capacity.

Relevant Qualifications

Degree (or equivalent) in Civil, Structural or a related engineering discipline.

Chartered Engineer status with a recognised professional institution

Training or courses that we will provide / encourage

Continued professional development to maintain Chartered status.

Technical training aligned with nuclear standards, guidance and emerging best practice.

Opportunities to develop further technical specialism or subject-matter expertise.

Other

The role will require the ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.

A full UK driving licence may be required for site and client visits.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visitingwww.tetratecheurope.com/careers.

For more information on our company, please visit our website atwww.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are veryhappy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Principal Engineer
Tetra Tech
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

We are seeking a full-time Principal Engineer with a strong technical background to support our structural engineering team delivering projects within the nuclear sector. This role is ideally suited to an engineer who has developed a solid technical foundation and is now looking to transition into a hybrid role combining technical leadership with emerging people and project responsibilities.

The Principal Engineer will continue to play a hands-on role in engineering design and analysis, while progressively taking on greater responsibility for technical oversight, mentoring and coordination within project teams. The role offers a clear pathway towards increased leadership responsibility and progression towards Chartered Engineer status.

Role Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality engineering design and analysis for nuclear projects, from concept through to detailed design and implementation.

Lead defined technical packages of work, taking responsibility for quality, coordination and timely delivery.

Produce, check and review calculations, drawings, specifications and technical reports in accordance with nuclear, industry and statutory standards.

Support nuclear safety cases, substantiation and design justification activities where required.

Provide technical guidance and oversight to junior engineers and technicians, supporting their development and day-to-day delivery.

Work closely with project managers to support programme delivery and manage technical risks.

Collaborate effectively with other disciplines, clients and stakeholders within a highly regulated environment.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, promoting best practice, lessons learned and technical excellence.

Maintain high standards of health, safety, security and quality in all aspects of work

Essential Skills

Strong technical experience delivering engineering design within the nuclear industry or similarly regulated sectors.

Demonstrated ability to take ownership of technical outputs and lead defined elements of project delivery.

Clear understanding of nuclear safety, quality and regulatory requirements.

Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical matters clearly and constructively.

Willingness and capability to support and mentor less experienced engineers.

Organised and reliable, with the ability to manage own workload and priorities effectively.

Motivated to broaden responsibilities and develop leadership capability alongside technical expertise.

Commitment to ongoing professional development, including progression towards Chartered status.

Desirable Skills

Experience contributing to nuclear safety cases, substantiation or design justification.

Experience providing technical checking or informal supervision of others work.

Awareness of programme, cost and quality drivers within regulated projects.

Experience working directly with nuclear clients, licensees or duty holders.

Relevant Qualifications

Degree (or equivalent) in Civil, Structural or a related engineering discipline.

Actively working towards Chartered Engineer status with a relevant professional institution.

Training or courses that we will provide / encourage

Structured mentoring and support towards Chartered Engineer status.

Technical training relevant to nuclear design, safety and regulatory expectations.

Development opportunities to build leadership, coordination and technical assurance skills.

Other

The role will require the ability to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.

A full UK driving licence may be required for site and client visits.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. We combine the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than 400 locations around the world. We are Leading with Science to provide sustainable and resilient solutions for our clients.

At Tetra Tech, we provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity. We are proud to offer competitive compensation and benefits. Learn more by visitingwww.tetratecheurope.com/careers.

For more information on our company, please visit our website atwww.tetratecheurope.com. To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter on the Careers section of our website.

Tetra Tech is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity/shared parental leave, in line with the Equalities Act 2010.

We are veryhappy to discuss flexible working for this role, including the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times, or compressed hours.We can offer a range of solutions to help you to get the most out of your work / life balance.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Principal Product Safety Engineer
BAE Systems
Multiple locations
Hybrid
Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED

Job Title: Principal Product Safety Engineer

Location: Frimley, Weymouth, Bristol, Portsmouth, Barrow-in-Furness, Devonport, Plymouth or Brough, dependant on role and your personal circumstances. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

What you’ll be doing:

  • Providing advice on product safety matters to project and engineering managers delivering the programmes and ensuring the safety considerations (DEF STAN 0055/0056) are correctly considered and implemented
  • Engaging with third parties, to review and gather supporting safety case evidence
  • Developing safety arguments, both physical and functional, using appropriate safety analysis methods e.g. (FHA/STPA/FMEA/FTA) producing and updating safety case and safety management documentation using appropriate regulations and standards
  • Line managing other safety practitioners
  • Applying ALARP principles

Your skills and experiences:

Essential:

  • Safety engineering processes, practices and tools
  • Clear understanding of safety engineering & assurance principals
  • Experience and qualified engineers from other disciplines who display the correct behaviours and have an understanding of safety engineering, will actively be considered for this role

Desirable:

  • Good communication skills and ability to interact and manage stakeholders

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Combat Systems Safety Team

Working closely with several engineers and technical specialists on both In-Service and In-Build Combat Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on developing safety arguments. This will include developing an understanding of new technologies and sensor systems used to support the safety arguments. We welcome people with experience of the military, defence and maritime industries, who can use their knowledge and learning to help us ensure that we provide the best products into submarines. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date 5th January 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Due to the festive season, there may be a delay in processing your application. Your application is important to us and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

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Frequently asked questions
In Preston, you can find a variety of Engineering Management roles, including Software Engineering Managers, Technical Project Managers, Product Engineering Leads, and Infrastructure Engineering Managers across industries like fintech, manufacturing, and IT services.Most Engineering Management roles require a background in engineering or computer science, several years of hands-on technical experience, leadership skills, and familiarity with agile methodologies. Specific certifications like PMP or Scrum Master can be advantageous.Yes, many companies offering Engineering Management jobs to candidates in Preston also provide remote or hybrid working options, reflecting the increasing flexibility in the tech industry.Simply create a profile on Haystack, upload your CV, and use the search filters to find Engineering Management opportunities in Preston. You can apply directly through the platform to streamline your job search.Salaries for Engineering Management roles in Preston typically range from £50,000 to £90,000 per year, depending on experience, industry, and company size.
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