Assistant Radiological Protection Engineer

Posted:
4/21/2026, 5:17:35 PM

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Job Description

Overview

To assist RP Engineers in the design and planning of work and review of products, technology and processes including the modification of Radiological Protection arrangements to maintain compliance with current legislation. To provide Radiological Protection support in the practical delivery of client works with a particular focus on operational decommissioning work.

Your role

  • Provide technical support on Radiological Protection matters to ensure compliance with Ionising Radiation Regulations and any mandatory rules on client sites.
  • Assist in the development of deliverables in support of a radiological protection programme for projects, including documentation such as, Radiological Risk Assessments, Radiological Design Documents, Critical Examinations, Dose Estimates, Local Rules, Contingency Plans and Investigation Reports.
  • Review radiological monitoring data for operational packages of work.
  • Assist in the delivery of ALARP assessments.
  • Support of Best Available Technique assessments and other optioneering processes.
  • Assist with radioactive waste aspects of project as required with support from other specialists, if necessary.
  • Work with projects and clients, assist with solving complex and challenging problems while maintaining excellent relationships with our customers and suppliers.
  • Support colleagues learning and development through knowledge sharing and experience.
  • Assist in the deployment of local and companywide policies, processes, systems etc. under the direction of senior colleagues.
  • Take accountability for the standard of their own work, taking direction from senior colleagues.

About you

  • Educated to NQF Level5 (HND or equivalent) in a scientific or engineering related discipline.
  • Member of a relevant professional institute.
  • Experience within a role relevant to Radiological Protection.
  • Level of Initiative Expected- Recommend, agree, act and report.
  • Willing to work towards certification as a Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA).
  • Basic understanding of Ionising Radiation Regulations 2017 compliance.
  • Reasonable level of commercial awareness and demonstrate the ability to work within budget and programme.
  • Individuals are required to adopt a flexible approach and be willing to travel to work on client sites.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) 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. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

AtkinsRéalis

Website: https://www.atkinsrealis.com/

Headquarter Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Employee Count: 10001+

Year Founded: 1911

IPO Status: Public

Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Debt

Industries: Civil Engineering ⋅ Construction ⋅ Energy ⋅ Infrastructure ⋅ Innovation Management ⋅ Mining ⋅ Transportation