Gaming Out a Career in Nuclear

At AtkinsRéalis, we’re always looking for bold new ways to inspire the next generation of talent—and HackAFuture was exactly that. In this special episode, produced in collaboration with Engineering Matters, we take you inside a one-of-a-kind hackathon in Manchester where coders, gamers, and digital creatives came together to tackle real-world challenges in the nuclear industry.

Conceived by our own Darren Grears and Sam Stephens, HackAFuture wasn’t just about innovation—it was about opportunity. The winning team didn’t just walk away with bragging rights; they secured roles with AtkinsRéalis to bring their ideas to life.

This episode follows the full 24-hour journey of the hack—from the first pitch to the final announcement—featuring voices from across the event: judges, organisers, and participants. It’s a glimpse into how digital and gaming skills are shaping the future of nuclear—and how we’re helping lead that transformation.

Guests

• Darren Grears, Director, Head of Digital, Nuclear & Power EMEA, AtkinsRéalis
• Sam Stephens, Head of Digital, Nuclear, AtkinsRéalis
• Candice Long, Digital Solutions Wngineer, AtkinsRéalis
• Alexandra Hussenot, Chief Revenue Officer, Igloo Vision