Backup Generator Engineer - DUS
About the job
- A degree from an engineering school or a Bac+5 qualification in a technical field is required.
- At least 5 years of experience in activities related to Ultimate Backup Diesels (DUS) is required.
- Knowledge of the nuclear sector, including safety standards and pressurized water reactor operation, is required.
- Knowledge of the RCC-E standard and experience with Caneco and AutoCAD are required.
- Operational English proficiency for work in an international technical environment is required.
- Rigor, autonomy, analytical ability, and interpersonal skills are required.
- Serve as the technical interface between the project and backup generator suppliers.
- Draft technical and project deliverables and monitor studies carried out by suppliers.
- Lead and manage technical meetings on topics including instrumentation and control, civil engineering, equipment qualification, and manufacturing progress.
- Analyze and challenge study documents submitted by suppliers.
- Monitor contractual matters and coordinate studies conducted by the client with those carried out by suppliers.
- Ensure equipment complies with the project's safety, quality, and performance requirements.
- Support the Contract Technical Manager and contribute to technical study oversight, including tracking deliverables and supplier services.
About the company
Assystem provides engineering services for complex projects, covering design, construction, supervision, commissioning, and operation, with a strong focus on the nuclear and energy sectors. Its approach combines multidisciplinary engineering teams and project-management capabilities to move projects from initial concept through to operation. The company differentiates itself through a long track record, strategic acquisitions (including Alphatem in 1995 and Mactech Energy Group in 2025) and an early public offering in 2013, which have expanded its capabilities and market reach in the energy and nuclear fields. Its goal is to be a leading, reliable partner for clients by delivering end-to-end engineering services and helping them meet safety, performance, and regulatory requirements across the project lifecycle.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
1966
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- H1 2026 revenue grew 2.5% organically; nuclear grew 8.0%.
- France delivered 4.2% organic growth on new-builds, fuel cycle, and digitalisation.
- UK momentum accelerated after April 2026 SMR, CPS2, and MoD framework wins.
What critics are saying
- Nuclear concentration leaves Assystem exposed if French EPR2 schedules slip beyond 2027.
- H1 2026 international revenue fell from currency hits and project endings in India.
- Rolls-Royce SMR still needs FID, regulatory clearance, and site decisions before revenue scales.
What makes ASSYSTEM unique
- Assystem derived 81% of H1 2026 revenue from nuclear engineering.
- April 2026 UK wins placed Assystem on CPS2 and MoD delivery frameworks.
- January 2025 Mactech Energy Group deepened Assystem's UK nuclear construction capabilities.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Options
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Hybrid Work Options
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Wellness Program
- Mental Health Support