Head of Design at Last Energy

United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Nuclear, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nuclear engineering, mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred
15+ years of experience in design roles
Experience acting as a Chief Engineer or similar in a safety-critical capacity; nuclear experience is valued but not mandatory, with other relevant backgrounds considered (e.g. aerospace, defence, medical devices, high-hazard industries)
Proven ability to pragmatically assess and defend designs against regulatory or industry requirements and standards while driving practical and timely deployment
Strong decision-making capability, underpinned by sound engineering judgement and regulatory insight
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical arguments to a range of stakeholders
Demonstrated leadership and independence in a regulated engineering environment
Recognised credibility within UK nuclear regulatory, utility or design communities
Alignment with Last Energy’s values of simplicity, accountability and delivery-focused innovation

Responsibilities

Serve as the UK Design Lead for Last Energy’s micro PWR reactor, assuming accountability for the design from a UK prospective licensee perspective, and working closely with Last Energy US (as the responsible designer) and the Last Energy Global Head of Licensing
Act as the main interface between Last Energy UK and UK regulators on design-related matters
Lead the assessment, justification and acceptance of the US-developed reactor design against UK regulatory requirements, using a pragmatic and risk-informed approach
Provide strategic guidance to minimise design rework while ensuring compliance with UK safety, security, environmental and radioactive waste regulations
Evaluate and approve technical substantiation from the Responsible Designer, balancing regulatory expectations with an efficient path to deployment
Support the preparation of safety case submissions, environmental permits and other regulatory deliverables by aligning design acceptance with UK site licensing and permitting processes
Provide leadership across design and licensing workstreams to ensure regulatory readiness while maintaining delivery momentum

Skills

Nuclear Reactor Design

PWR

Microreactor

Regulatory Compliance

ONR

Environment Agency

Licensing

Risk-Informed Approach

Safety Engineering

Technical Substantiation

Last Energy

Develops small nuclear power plants and services

About Last Energy

Last Energy focuses on developing small nuclear power plants, providing comprehensive services for mini water-cooled reactors throughout their lifecycle. Their reactors can generate both heat and electricity, making them suitable for various industrial applications while supporting sustainability goals. By leveraging proven nuclear technology and emphasizing standardization, Last Energy aims to make nuclear power more scalable and quickly deployable. The company offers end-to-end services, from planning to maintenance, ensuring an efficient process for clients in markets committed to clean technology.

Washington, District of ColumbiaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$62.3MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Industrial & Manufacturing, Energy, Social ImpactIndustries

51-200Employees

Risks

Competition from nuclear fusion advancements could impact market position.

Potential regulatory delays in UK projects may affect timelines.

Dependence on external financing poses financial risks for project execution.

Differentiation

Last Energy uses proven reactor technology for small modular nuclear power plants.

The company offers a first-of-its-kind delivery model for nuclear plant deployment.

Last Energy provides end-to-end services for the lifecycle of nuclear power plants.

Upsides

Growing interest in micro nuclear plants supports Last Energy's market expansion.

Successful $40M Series B funding indicates strong investor confidence.

Partnerships with DB Energy and Enea SA enhance market reach in Europe.

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