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Defence & Military
Lead Consultants – Nuclear Programme
Location: UK & France (multi-site deployment)
Engagement Type: Contract (Day Rate)
Duration: 12–24 months
Start Date: Target June
Programme Overview
We are supporting a major UK–France nuclear collaboration programme focused on the rebuild, installation and commissioning of advanced X-ray radiography systems used in highly regulated environments. This programme involves complex engineering challenges across mechanical, electrical, and construction disciplines, supporting critical infrastructure in secure, high-specification facilities
Roles Available
We are seeking multiple consultants across the following disciplines:
- Mechanical Engineering Leads / Construction Consultants
- Commissioning Leads
- EC&I / Electrical Engineers
Scope of Work
Successful candidates will contribute to:
- Rebuild and reinstallation of specialist X-ray equipment
- Mechanical construction and assembly activities
- Commissioning and testing of complex systems
- Electrical, controls, and instrumentation integration (EC&I)
- Crane operations and heavy lifting coordination
- Mechanical handling and installation of large-scale components
- Supporting system validation and operational readiness
Locations
Work will be delivered across two primary sites:
- United Kingdom: Berkshire region
- France: Central France (approx. 2 hours south of Paris)
Candidates should be willing to work across both locations where required.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Experience
- Strong experience within complex engineering or industrial environments
- Background in one or more of the following:
o Large-scale industrial plant (e.g. Nuclear, oil & gas, energy, manufacturing)
o Construction and commissioning projects
o Mechanical or electrical system installation
- Experience working on multidisciplinary engineering programmes
- Ability to operate in highly regulated or safety-critical environments
Desirable Experience
- Experience in nuclear or defence sectors
- Previous exposure to secure or classified environments
- Experience with large-scale infrastructure or specialist machinery
- Familiarity with commissioning or re-commissioning complex systems
Clearance & Compliance
Security Clearance (SC) required (or eligibility to obtain) or DV
Interview Process
Two-stage interview process
For more information, please contact gareth.wood@veredus.co.uk or apply below