Jensen Hughes · 3 months ago
Nuclear Director, Energy + Utilities
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/ExecutiveJensen Hughes is a leading consulting firm specializing in risk analysis and engineering solutions, and they are seeking a Nuclear Director of Energy & Utilities to lead and grow their nuclear team across the UK. This senior leadership role involves technical expertise, business development, and team leadership, focusing on nuclear fire engineering and safety.
Mechanical Engineering
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and deliver fire hazard assessments (FHA), fire safety strategies, fire PSA, and related safety studies in compliance with UK regulatory frameworks
Provide technical leadership across nuclear projects, ensuring high-quality outputs for clients
Support and review safety cases, risk assessments, and design justifications related to fire safety
Represent Jensen Hughes in client and regulator engagements, supporting technical discussions, reviews, and approvals
Drive business development activities: identify opportunities, lead proposals, and build client relationships across the UK nuclear sector
Play a key role in shaping the commercial strategy for nuclear within the UK Energy & Utilities sector
Mentor, develop, and expand the nuclear team, fostering talent and building capability for long-term growth
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across Jensen Hughes to deliver integrated services
Stay ahead of evolving regulations, British Standards, IAEA guidelines, and ONR guidance
Qualification
Required
Extensive, credible experience in nuclear fire engineering and safety within the UK context
Proven ability to deliver Fire Hazard Analyses, fire PSA, and safety case contributions for UK nuclear licensees
Strong business development skills, with a track record of winning and growing client accounts
Commercial acumen, able to contribute to proposals, pricing, and strategy
Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent professional recognition (e.g., MIFireE, IMechE, IET)
Degree in Fire Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) as a minimum
Preferred
Prior experience in GDA, new reactor design licensing, or high-hazard facility projects
Familiarity with ONR Safety Assessment Principles (SAPs) and Technical Assessment Guides (TAGs)
Engagement with EDF, Sellafield Ltd, Magnox, or international nuclear operators
Company
Jensen Hughes
Jensen Hughes is a life safety engineering and consulting service for the government, healthcare, science and technology.
Founded in 1939
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Sanford Tassel
Chief Financial Officer
Pankaj Duggal, AICP, AIA Int’l Assoc
President & Chief Operating Officer
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