Software Engineer

Job title: Software Engineer
Job Type: Contract
IR35 Status: Inside
Start date: ASAP (Subject to security clearance)
Duration: 12-24 months
Salary/ Pay rate/ Benefits: 45 - 55p/h (Dependent on experience)
Location: Preston, Lancaster / Hybrid.
Hours of work: 37-40 hours per week
Nuclear Sector Role

Applicants must have experience of the following:
A degree in any software related discipline (BSc/MSc, minimum 2:1, obtained or expected)
A genuine interest in software development and nuclear energy both technically and environmentally.
A desire to learn and develop in the workplace.
An ability to learn and understand existing designs & software with a view to across the board changes and upgrades.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills

Role information:
We are looking for Software Analysts/Designers/Engineers with a degree in same or similar, to work in our Application Support department. This team is responsible for maintaining the software that controls and monitors nuclear fuel manufacture, uranic movements and uranic accounts on site. We are planning a significant amount of work for the next one to two years to enhance existing systems in support of the UK Nuclear Energy Resurgence & Net Zero and need excellent software people to deliver this.

The site has the technology to manufacture fuel for all major designs of nuclear reactors worldwide. Most of the fuel requirements for the UK's nuclear power stations are met by the client and around 15% of all the electricity generated in the UK comes from power stations using nuclear fuel manufactured at Site.

Main activities include:
Manufacture of oxide fuels for Advanced Gas-cooled and Light Water Reactors, as well as intermediate fuel products, such as powders, granules and pellets
Uranium recovery services
Decommissioning and demolition of redundant plants and buildings

Please note the successful candidate will be required to undergo security clearance before they can start.

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Company information:
This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd
Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.