Safety Engineer

Do you have the systems safety experience to support some of the UK’s most advanced naval and defence technologies?We are looking for a Safety Engineer to join the Safety & Environmental Protection team at TKMS ATLAS UK, based at Winfrith, Dorset. This role has been created to support the delivery of safety activities across a range of existing and future programmes with the UK Ministry of Defence and major UK prime contractors.As a Safety Engineer, you will support the application of safety and environmental protection principles across the product lifecycle. You will contribute to the delivery of robust, safe, and compliant defence systems, ensuring safety considerations are embedded throughout design, development, and in-service support.You will work closely with engineering, systems, ILS, and project teams to assess and manage safety risks, supporting the production of safety artefacts and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and legislation.Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the delivery of product safety and environmental protection activitiesProducing and maintaining safety artefacts including hazard logs and safety case reportsSupporting hazard identification, risk assessment, and mitigation activitiesAssisting with the implementation and maintenance of safety engineering processes and policiesEnsuring compliance with applicable defence standards, legislation, and best practiceSupporting the development and maintenance of the Safety & Environmental Management System (SEMS)Working with system experts to identify and manage safety and environmental risksContributing to bids by supporting safety-related estimates and inputsCollaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety is considered throughout the product lifecycle
You will report to the Safety & Environmental Protection Team Leader and be part of a collaborative, technically focused team operating within a dynamic defence environment.The ideal candidate will have:
A degree in an engineering-related discipline or equivalent experienceExperience working in a safety-critical or regulated engineering environment (defence, maritime, aerospace, nuclear, rail etc.)Understanding of systems safety engineering principles across the product lifecycleExperience supporting safety case development, hazard analysis, or risk assessment activitiesAwareness of relevant standards (e.g. Def Stan, ASEMS, POSMS)Strong communication skills and the ability to work with technical stakeholdersA proactive and analytical approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Desirable:
Experience within defence or maritime environmentsProfessional membership (IEng/CEng or working towards)Functional Safety certification (e.g. TÜV)
TKMS ATLAS UK provides innovative underwater systems for the Royal Navy and international customers. Based on the Jurassic Coast, they combine science, engineering, and R&D to deliver world-class sonar, autonomous, and maritime systems. Their collaborative culture values technical excellence, integrity, and continuous development.They offer:
Competitive salaryCareer development and training opportunitiesPension with up to 1.5x employer contributions25 days annual leave (increasing to 28 after 5 years and 30 after 10 years)Dental cover & Employee Assistance ProgrammeFlexible, hybrid, and condensed working options
The successful candidate must be eligible for full Security Clearance (SC).At TKMS ATLAS UK, we support our staff to create work-life balance and encourage applications from individuals seeking part-time, condensed, or full-time opportunities.