Nuclear Scientist and Engineer Degree Apprentice

About the role

Babcock is recruiting a Nuclear Scientist and Engineer Degree Apprentice based at Devonport, the largest naval base in Western Europe. Over a four-year programme starting in September 2027, you will earn a Bachelors (Honours) degree while working on projects that support the safe refit and maintenance of the UK's nuclear submarine fleet. The salary starts at £27,381 with annual increases.

Key responsibilities

• Work alongside an experienced team supporting the safe refit and maintenance of the UK's nuclear submarine fleet.
• Develop an understanding of the nuclear systems and equipment used in critical defence operations.
• Contribute to engineering design, technical analysis, simulation and modelling, engineering calculations, and the production of technical reports and drawings.
• Complete placements across specialist teams such as Design Delivery, Safety Engineering, Operations and Maintenance, Reactor Commissioning, Nuclear Standards, Reactor Product Safety and Assurance, and Radioactive Waste Management.

Required profile

• GCSEs at grade 4/C or above in Maths and English, plus three A Levels at grade C or above, including Maths and one other STEM subject.
• Ability to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Security Check (SC) and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Programme Information (NNPPI) clearance; the post may only be occupied by a sole UK national.
• Willingness to work on site at Devonport at least three days per week and to live within reasonable commuting distance.

What we offer

• Fully funded qualification delivered through a block-release study model at University Centre Somerset's Cannington Campus.
• Personal development training, mentoring and the Apprentice Development Programme.
• Minimum 28 days holiday including bank holidays, competitive pension scheme and employee share scheme.
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal.
• Opportunities to progress to Senior Engineer and to build toward Incorporated or Chartered Engineer registration.