Permitting & Consents Engineer

Company Description

The UK Government has established UK Fusion Energy (UKFE) 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) protype fusion plant. UKFE 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 UKFE, aims for a prototype fusion plant, targeting first operations around 2040. UK Fusion Energy 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 UKFE and the STEP programme to be involved in this ground-breaking journey.

Onsite working is expected for 3 days each week, however, we actively support requests for Flexible Working.

• 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 + excellent benefits including outstanding pension.

The closing date to apply for this position is the 15th Sept 2026.

This UKFE vacancy will be based at West Burton, Nottinghamshire.

As Permitting & Consents Engineer, you will support the development and execution of consenting strategies across a complex and highly regulated programme. Working closely with engineering, environmental, legal and project delivery teams, you will help ensure that regulatory and statutory requirements are understood, planned for and successfully achieved. You will engage with regulators, local authorities and key stakeholders, providing expert guidance on permitting and consent requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

• Support the development and implementation of permitting and consenting strategies.
• Identify statutory, regulatory and environmental approvals required for project delivery.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of permit and consent applications.
• Liaise with regulators, government bodies and stakeholders to facilitate approvals.
• Work collaboratively with project, engineering and environmental specialists to ensure compliance requirements are integrated into project plans.
• Monitor consent obligations and support compliance throughout project delivery.
• Maintain consent registers, trackers and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation strategies relating to permitting and approvals.
• Support the development of processes, standards and best practice for consenting activities.

We're interested in hearing from candidates with experience in permitting, environmental consenting, planning, regulatory compliance or infrastructure delivery.

You may come from sectors such as energy, nuclear, utilities, major infrastructure, environmental consultancy, transportation, construction or other regulated industries.

• Degree qualification (or equivalent experience) in an engineering, environmental,…