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Join our nuclear family

Our nuclear family brings together our teams working across the nuclear lifecycle. Whether you’re passionate about becoming a nuclear specialist, developing the next generation of stations, or supporting our existing fleet, there’s a place for you here, in our nuclear family.

Nuclear Operations

Want to be at the forefront of generating clean energy? Or part of the team rethinking end of life for our power stations? Join Nuclear Operations.

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Hinkley
Point C

Be part of the nuclear renaissance as we develop the UK’s first nuclear power station in 25 years, built on state-of-the-art technology, at Hinkley Point C.

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Nuclear Services

Want to become a nuclear specialist? Join technical experts, engineers, and project managers at Nuclear Services and work across the nuclear family.   

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UK EPR Engineering

Passionate about design and engineering? Join the team designing new nuclear projects, working with peers across the world, at EDF EPR Engineering.

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Join our talent community

Curious about joining EDF? Can’t see a job to apply for right now? Join our Talent Community to showcase your CV to our in-house resourcing team. 

You’ll also receive email updates featuring EDF news, employee experiences, blogs, job application tips, and career opportunities.

Our nuclear family values

What brings our nuclear family together is a shared commitment to nuclear safety, support for one another, and a culture that encourages everyone to succeed.

Shared values

Our strong safety culture is what bonds our nuclear family. It creates an open, collaborative, environment where every opinion is valued and everyone feels confident to speak up.

Supportive culture

Our nuclear family provides a place where everyone feels supported - both at work and beyond - and where each person's skills are valued, no matter their background or experience.

Career development

The size and breadth of the nuclear family offers career opportunities like nowhere else. Whether you want to move up, down, or along the lifecycle, there's a role for you in the nuclear family.

Destination Nuclear

The nuclear industry offers some of the most exciting and inspiring work out there, with a breadth of projects spanning the nuclear lifecycle.

We’ve joined forces with a team of leading nuclear companies, organisations, and educational institutions, working together to promote the many advantages of a career in nuclear and to nurture the next generation of nuclear talent.

With more than two thirds of people already having the transferable skills needed to work in a nuclear role, find out more about the opportunities available and where you fit in.

Discover Destination Nuclear

Are you returning to work following a career break?

Working in partnership with STEM Returners, we’re excited to support talented STEM professionals back into the workplace.

We’re offering paid placement opportunities across our Nuclear business, with flexible working options to help you achieve a balance between career and home life, and to ensure your smooth transition back into work.

If you’ve had a break of 12 months or more, and you’re looking to restart your career, or transfer your skills into a new industry, find out more about our programme and apply for a placement.

Placement opportunities

Early career opportunities in nuclear

Graduates

Join our Graduate scheme and you'll make an immediate impact, powering the nation today, whilst helping to build a sustainable energy future for tomorrow.

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Placements

Join an Industrial Placement and gain an insight into life at EDF. Discover what it's like to work in the energy industry during a paid 12-month placement.

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Apprenticeships

Join one of our exciting Apprenticeships and develop the skills you need to build a great career, whilst being a pioneer of a more sustainable future for our planet.

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Meet the team: Hannah McIntyre

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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Publish date

07/02/25

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Hannah began her career in EDF's nuclear family with an industrial placement in Nuclear Operations, and she now leads the chemistry team for pre-ops at Hinkley Point C. Read on to find out how E

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Meet our team: Heather Hale

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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02/01/25

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As Head of Engineering, Heather leads a team of more than 200 engineers for Nuclear Services at EDF. She’s been with EDF (then British Energy) since 2002 and within Nuclear Services’ technical

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Meet the team: Senga Lebo

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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02/01/25

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Ever wondered what wine has in common with the equipment in a nuclear power station? As our Supply Chain Logistics Manager, Senga Lebo, will tell you, they both need to be transported safely f

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Lily's career in nuclear at Heysham 1

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Apprenticeships

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Employee Stories

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04/12/24

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After studying her A levels, Lily joined EDF as an Engineering Maintenance Apprentice at Heysham 1 Power Station. Now working as a Maintenance Technician, Lily shares how Heysham provides care

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Josh's career in nuclear at Heysham 1

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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04/12/24

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Meet Josh, Technical Advice Group (TAG) Head, whose journey to success began as an Apprentice at the Heysham Power Station and has since turned into a thriving career. He shares the most rewar

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Life in Engineering at Heysham 1 power station

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Nuclear & Engineering Careers

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04/12/24

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After starting her career as an Electrical Design Engineer, Eloise Price has worked in the nuclear industry for over 20 years, developing her experience and expertise with engineering firms an

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Our EDF culture and values

At EDF we understand that everyone has a different definition of success. That’s why we’ve set our clear values to support you on your career path.

Our culture & values

Change is in our power

Together, we crack the complex. We’re proud to be Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity. And we believe we can do even more.

Our sustainable business report

Equity, diversity and inclusion

At EDF, we do right by each other, fostering an inclusive and supportive culture. Our goal is for every person to thrive – everyone is welcome.

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Flexible rewards and benefits

Work is just one part of our lives and we’re dedicated to providing a flexible benefits package that enables you to enjoy your time away from work.

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