Civil Structural Finite Element Analyst

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Réalis

Are you an innovative finite element specialist with experience in the modelling and assessment of civil or structural engineering structures? Do you excel in developing complex technical solutions to deliver designs for ground‑breaking projects? If you want to contribute to advanced numerical (finite element) analysis of steel and reinforced concrete structures, seismic, blast, and impact design, or you have strong first‑principles engineering and problem‑solving skills, this role is for you.

The Nuclear and Power civil and structural team is looking for candidates with advanced structural analysis skills and experience in post‑processing data for design and assessment. The role offers the opportunity to use and develop your skills within a diverse, experienced team in our Bristol and Epsom offices, working a minimum of three days per week from a Power New Build office or client office.

Join us if you want to enrich your portfolio with projects such as Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, Rolls Royce Small Modular Reactor and other nuclear projects.

• A Bachelor or Master’s degree in Civil/Structural/Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Ability to interact with technical and non‑technical stakeholders, building professional relationships with internal and external clients.
• Experience carrying out advanced analysis on RC and steel structures.
• Experience carrying out advanced examination for several load cases, including seismic, impact and blast.
• Background in nuclear and/or other safety‑related industries (other fields considered on a case‑by‑case basis).
• Proficient in industry‑standard finite element analysis software (ABAQUS, ANSYS, LS‑DYNA or LUSAS).
• Experience with scripting and automation, preferably using Python.
• Technical rigour and focus on excellence.
• Problem‑solving mindset.
• Experience checking, interpreting and questioning the outputs from analysis using first principles.
• Experience using UK, European and American nuclear industry codes and standards, with the ability to go beyond codified solutions where appropriate.
• A passion for mentoring and developing engineers.
• Chartership status or actively working towards it.

• You will spearhead civil and structural work packages with specific requirements for advanced structural analysis supporting the design and assessment of RC and steel structures.
• You will liaise with clients to provide reports and technical updates, building strong relationships for long‑term business development and helping to develop practical, cost‑effective solutions for external and internal clients.
• You may also be involved in project‑management duties such as monitoring budgets and programmes for technical work.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a wide range of benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, finances and lifestyle. Take advantage of many opportunities for training and professional development, and combine our hybrid working culture with flexible holiday allowances to balance work and personal life.

We’re Atkins

Réalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems, together with our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, and industry partners.

This role may require security clearance; offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK for five years or longer. If applying to this role, please do not mention or include in your application or CV details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong—a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees.