Have you always wanted to work overseas? Are you interested in expanding your career with the opportunity to receive world-class training? An exciting career awaits you at ASC!

We have been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines in Australia.

To deliver on this new work, we are seeking a Nuclear Engineer to live, work and learn about building nuclear-powered submarines in Barrow, United Kingdom (UK). At the completion of your deployment, you will return to South Australia (SA) to carry out the build activities at the Osborne Shipyard.

Placements are available for September 2026 will be 24 months in duration.

Responsibilities 

As a Nuclear Engineer, you will:

• Support the design and development of SSN-A nuclear mechanical systems alongside the UK PNED Team

• Capture and document UK nuclear engineering practices, tools, and lessons learned for future application in Australia

• Assist in the development of nuclear design documentation, models, and specifications

• Support the development of training and onboarding materials for future Australian nuclear engineers

• Participate in design reviews, technical workshops, and system integration planning

Eligibility Criteria

The successful applicant must possess:

• Australian Citizenship

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or related Engineering discipline

• An ability to obtain and maintain a NV1 defence clearance and meet ITAR requirements

• Experience in nuclear system design, analysis, or integration

• Exposure to safety case development and regulatory compliance

Additional Details

Once deployed, you will be immersed into the processes and procedures required to construct the SSN-AUKUS submarines in Australia. You will receive a tailored development plan, giving you exposure to world-class submarine programs, and will undertake specific rotations whilst in Barrow to further enhance your capabilities in submarine design and build.

At the completion of your deployment, you will return to South Australia (SA) to carry out the planning, management and build activities on the SSN-AUKUS Submarines at the Osborne Shipyard.

Blending vibrant city living with natural beauty, South Australia offers a relaxed lifestyle. Known for innovation in defence, space, and advanced manufacturing, Adelaide combines career opportunities with affordability, a thriving food scene, and a welcoming, family-friendly community. 

Repatriation to SA is non-negotiable, so please consider this when applying.

Please note: This is a Civilian role and recruitment processes will differ from those undertaken in Active Service Defence recruitment.

Benefits

We’re here to support you prior to and whilst on assignment. As an ASC employee working overseas, you will have access to a variety of great benefits:

• Be paid to work, train, and live in the United Kingdom

• Work on world-class nuclear-powered submarines and learn cutting-edge nuclear technology

• Have access to benefits and entitlements to support relocation and your time living and working overseas (such as cost-of-living allowances, housing assistance, family assistance)

• Return home to a secure job with ASC in the future nuclear-powered submarine program

• Access to ASC’s extensive employment benefits

Next Steps

Applications will be reviewed in January 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted to organise a phone call for a further discussion to the opportunity.