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Orion - The Nuclear Recruitment Specialists

Nuclear

Fueling Tomorrow: Powering Careers in Clean Nuclear Energy

Nuclear energy holds significant potential in the global energy transition, particularly as countries seek reliable, low-emission power sources that complement renewable energy. As the International Energy Agency highlighted, nuclear power can provide a stable electricity supply, essential for meeting rising energy demands while achieving net-zero emissions goals. This coincides with employment growth in the nuclear industry, which has grown to its highest level in the last 20 years.

Within Orion, our nuclear recruitment network of industry SQEP professionals covers multiple disciplines throughout the full nuclear project life cycle. We work actively within the UK nuclear new build program and fleet operations and have supplied nuclear design and engineering services to projects at Sellafield, Dounreay, Hinkley and Bradwell. As new projects are anticipated worldwide, Orion Group will continue to provide the top talent necessary as the nuclear industry gears up for expansion.

If you are looking for specific Engineering, Scientific, Managerial, Operational, Support, or Health and Safety roles to be a part of your project, then Orion’s nuclear recruiters have the resources and experience to help you build your nuclear family.

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Key Roles

Discover the Key Roles We Fill for Nuclear in the Power & Utilities

At Orion, we come across a wide variety of roles and positions in the nuclear industry. Here is a list of the most common roles that companies are recruiting for:

They oversee large projects within the nuclear sector, coordinating teams and resources to ensure timely completion while adhering to safety standards from conception to completion. They develop and execute project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, risk management, and communication plans.

For clients, Orion offers the expertise to find experienced Project Managers who can lead high-impact projects, ensuring timely and safe delivery. For candidates, we offer the opportunity to work with leading companies in the nuclear industry, providing access to rewarding projects where your project management skills will be appreciated and used to full capacity.

These managers ensure that all operations and changes in the nuclear industry comply with strict national and international regulations, so they need to oversee the whole licensing and permit process to ensure adherence to regulations set by bodies like IAEA and NRC.

Orion has disciplined specific consultants who work solely within the nuclear power industry, ensuring they are well networked and able to access the best talent in the market.


They design and develop nuclear reactors and systems, ensuring safety and efficiency through integrated approaches in thermal hydraulics, safety analysis, and mechanical design.

Orion Group recruits highly skilled Engineers with Nuclear expertise, helping clients maintain and expand critical infrastructure. Our talent pool includes professional’s adept at meeting the unique challenges of the nuclear industry, from environmental considerations to technical design.

This category includes nuclear physicists and chemists who conduct research to improve nuclear technology and ensure environmental safety. They often work in research facilities or regulatory bodies.

Orion connects top scientists with the right roles, using our deep industry knowledge to place the right talent in the right positions. Whether you’re a nuclear operator company looking to hire or a scientist seeking new challenges, we have the expertise to help you achieve your goals quickly and efficiently.


They perform maintenance on electrical systems within power plants, ensuring that all electrical equipment operates safely and efficiently. They are responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and equipment in nuclear power plants. They perform routine maintenance, conduct safety checks, monitor radiation levels, and troubleshoot electrical issues.

Orion is well versed in the provision of skilled trade personnel across all industries. Whether you are looking for a general electrician or one skilled in a particular industry, we have you covered.

These specialists develop software solutions that enhance operational capabilities in nuclear facilities, addressing both current needs and future technological advancements.

 As a recruitment company, Orion recognise the growing demand for software professionals in this sector, particularly as nuclear power plants increasingly adopt digital systems and advanced computational tools, and can quickly identify candidates suitable for a variety of software related roles.

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