Permitting & Consents Engineer

Company Description

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.

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.

A full list of our benefits can be found here

• Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
• Corporate bonus schemeup to 7% and aRelocationallowance (if eligible).
• Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
• Employee Assistance Programmeand 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 ofcareer development opportunities
• A vibrantculturecommitted to being fully inclusive

For more information on UKFE, visit:
UKFE Candidate Recruitment Pack

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…