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Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added over a year ago
This job was published a year ago
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Overview
Job details
Permanent contract
Full-time hours.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
ATG Europe doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Barcelona, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
University degree
“BEng/BSc in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Nuclear Engineering;” — per the ad.
The role
We are looking for a Nuclear Engineer in support to our client Fusion for Energy for their location in Barcelona, Spain. The successful applicant will be employed by ATG Europe and will be working onsite at our client's location.
Please be aware that this is a proactive job posting. While we are not currently actively hiring for this position, we are always looking for new talent and we welcome expressions of interest for future opportunities.
Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage).
What you'll do
The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to:
Ensure the compliance of client and client suppliers' activities (design, qualification, fabrication, control,...) with the applicable French Safety regulations, e.g., the 2012 Order on Basic Nuclear Installations ('INB'), the Environmental Code, the ESPN regulation, etc.);
Support the TBM team for Radwaste matters;
Implement a test plan for the validation of defined requirements or a follow-up for the verification of chosen defined requirements via a verification plan;
Lead and review the correct propagation of the Defined Requirements coming from IO within the full supply chain. He/she will report directly to the Nuclear Safety/Licensing PjM and will work in close collaboration with the Requirements Responsible Officer that reports to the TBM Chief Engineer and in coordination with the concerned client's Nuclear Safety Officer;
Development of technical basis documents, technical evaluations, and operational radiological protection procedures;
Review of technical documentation. The technical deliverables may cover design, manufacturing, testing, assembly, commissioning, or decommissioning activities;
Radiological monitoring and health physics management;
Collection, analysis, and interpretation of the results;
Development of technical basis documents, technical evaluations;
General technical assistance and activity reporting.
Requirements
Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet these mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection.
BEng/BSc in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Nuclear Engineering;
Experience in the design, and/or manufacturing, and/or commissioning, and/or de-commissioning of nuclear systems, structures and/or components;
Experience in the application of radiation protection and health physics principles;
Experience in the design of nuclear shielding;
Experience in the design of radiation detection monitors;
Experience in the use of nuclear transport software such as MCNP;
Experience in the definition and/or application of radwaste management requirements;
Experience in the definition of requirements linked to the management of tritium;
Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the EU;
Fluency in English both written and spoken.
Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.
Please complete your application thoroughly, it will allow us to get in contact with you as soon as possible when opportunities arise.
About ATG Europe
ATG Europe is an engineering and technical services company supporting the European space industry, with particular expertise in human spaceflight, spacecraft systems, and ground segment infrastructure. The company provides expert personnel and engineering services to agencies such as ESA and commercial space clients, covering fields from mechanical and electrical engineering to documentation and quality assurance. With its headquarters in Noordwijk, Netherlands, ATG Europe is a recognized player in the space engineering sector, contributing to major European space programs including the IRIS² satellite constellation initiative.
ATG Europe has a growing presence in Spain, where it is seeking engineers and support staff for significant aerospace projects such as IRIS², and maintains a network of professionals across Madrid and Torrejón. The company operates internationally and often supports the delivery of engineering services across multiple European countries, with an environment that values technical rigor and collaboration. For international professionals, ATG Europe offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge European space programs with a diverse, multi-national team, particularly in a sector that appreciates accredited technical backgrounds and experience with complex engineering and documentation standards.
- Industry
- space
- Founded
- 1988
- Employees
- 250–1,000
- Headquarters
- Noordwijk, Netherlands
- In Spain
- Madrid
- Website
- atg-europe.com
Good to know if you are moving
- ATG Europe frequently hires international talent and a significant number of team members come from different nationalities, but fluent English as a working language is usually sufficient for collaboration.
- Working at ATG Europe often involves close partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA) and European aerospace companies, giving engineers exposure to some of the most advanced space programs in the region.
- Spain-based roles are concentrated around Madrid and are linked to major projects like the IRIS² satellite constellation, which is a large European infrastructure initiative.
- The company offers a relatively boutique engineering culture compared to large space primes, with opportunities for engineers to have a direct and deep technical role across a project lifecycle.
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Additional information
ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (+33% certificado de discapacidad), or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment.
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