DBD are looking for a student currently studying Chemical Engineering, Maths or Physics, who is excited by the idea of solving some of the most complex and challenging problems in the nuclear industry.

You would join our simulation and modelling team involved in multiple projects across the nuclear industry, including waste reprocessing, decommissioning and site management. Your work will also be highly integrated with our process engineering, and nuclear safety and security teams.

DBD are an international company, with work being undertaken across the UK and in the US. As a company we are committed to developing the next generation of scientists and engineers and value diversity and inclusion.

Our ideal candidate would be a motivated self-starter, keen to develop their skills and experience and take on responsibility for their technical work with customers. Good technical communication skills are essential, as are problem-solving skills.

Location: Hybrid remote - you must be within commutable distance of our office in Birchwood Park, Warrington

Requirements:

• Penultimate-year student in chemical engineering, mathematics, physics, or another closely related subject who will return to final year of studies post-placement
• Availability for duration of 12 month contract (with provisions for academic requirements)
• Expected mark 2.1 or above
• Fundamental broad grounding in science and engineering and a keen interest
• Good problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills

Nice to have:

• Interest in learning coding languages such as Python, Java or others.
• Interest in learning modelling software, such as Anylogic, gPROMS or others.
• Interest in learning data analytics tools, such as Power BI or Tableau.