Probabilistic Safety Analyst (PSA)

About the role

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a senior Probabilistic Safety Analyst to support the design, operation and refurbishment of CANDU nuclear power plants. Based in Buenos Aires, the analyst will apply advanced PSA methodologies to evaluate internal and external hazards and contribute to safety case development for new builds and existing facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Perform Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 Probabilistic Safety Assessments for internal events, shutdown states, fire, flood, seismic and other external hazards.
• Conduct reliability assessments of process, safety, balance‑of‑plant and operational systems, including emergency core cooling and containment.
• Develop risk monitors and generate risk assessments using Canadian, U.S. and IAEA PSA codes and standards.
• Interface with clients to analyse operational and safety issues, advise on solutions and prepare technical proposals.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate analysis phases for large‑scale projects, proposing safety‑analysis approaches.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, supervise junior engineers, review work quality and provide technical guidance.

Required profile

• Honours engineering degree from a recognized university.
• 10+ years of experience in nuclear safety analysis, preferably with CANDU technology.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work under pressure in a client‑consultant environment.
• Excellent written and spoken English; CV must be in English.

Required skills

• Probabilistic Safety Assessment (Level 1‑3)
• Seismic, flood and fire safety analysis
• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Reliability assessment of safety and balance‑of‑plant systems
• Risk monitoring and risk assessment methodologies
• Knowledge of Canadian, U.S. and IAEA PSA codes and standards
• Familiarity with CANDU design, NSP safety systems and balance‑of‑plant