Senior Mechanical Engineer

Assystem

The Role

Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer developing Turbine Island design for nuclear power projects

Key Responsibilities

  • design review
  • optioneering
  • systems engineering
  • turbine integration
  • technical support
  • safety liaison

Tasks

πŸ” Intelligent Customer Role: Ensure supplier deliverables meet requirements by critically assessing designs.πŸ“Š Develop & Review Designs: Create and review Process Flow Diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Layout Drawings, Sizing Calculations, Datasheets, and Specifications.πŸ” Conduct Optioneering: Lead and review optioneering studies, Decision Record Files, Design Descriptions, and Requirement Specifications.πŸ”§ Apply Systems Engineering: Develop and review Functional and Design Requirements using Systems Engineering principles.βš™οΈ Integrate Turbine Island: Seamlessly integrate Turbine Island design into the wider power plant.πŸ“ž Provide Technical Support: Serve as the technical contact for Turbine Island interfaces and stakeholder activities.πŸ‘₯ Support Design Reviews: Participate in Design Reviews and HAZID/HAZOP studies with multidisciplinary teams.πŸ›‘οΈ Liaise on Safety: Work with the safety team on nuclear safety licensing, environmental planning/permitting, and related activities.πŸ”’ Ensure Compliance: Adhere to statutory H&S policies, project quality, and the Quality Management System.

Requirements

  • nuclear
  • thermal power
  • asme
  • ceng
  • sc clearance
  • project management

What You Bring

πŸ› οΈ Industry Experience: Previous work in nuclear, thermal power, oil and gas, or other regulated sectors. Experienced with steam turbines, condensers, feedwater heaters, pumps, and piping systems.πŸ’§ Thermal Power Expertise: Strong background in thermal power systems, with experience from FEED to detailed design and EPC delivery.πŸ“‹ Procurement Skills: Skilled in developing procurement specifications and collaborating with equipment suppliers.βš™οΈ Technical Proficiency: Extensive technical experience in thermal power or similar projects.πŸ’¬ Communication: Excellent at engaging with internal and external stakeholders.🌐 Project Management: Capable of identifying and managing critical interfaces on major projects.βš–οΈ Safety Knowledge: Proficient in UK Health and Safety regulations, safety systems, HAZOP, and engineering standards.πŸ“š Codes & Standards: Knowledgeable in ASME, European, and UK codes and standards.πŸ”§ Systems Engineering: Experience or awareness in Systems Engineering is a plus. Due to the nature of the work, applicants must meet UK security clearance criteria. πŸ† Results-Oriented: Independent, proactive, and team-focused with strong organizational skills.πŸ“‚ Confidentiality: Professional in handling sensitive nuclear information in line with export control obligations.πŸŽ“ Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in engineering.πŸ”§ Professional Registration: CEng or working towards it.πŸ” Security Clearance: SC Clearance or ability to achieve it. -🌟 Over 55 years in nuclear engineering.

Benefits

-πŸ’Ό Attractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses. -🏠 Hybrid work: 1-2 days remote per week. -πŸ“š Ongoing training with numerous career opportunities.

The Company

About Assystem

-Leads EPR nuclear projects across locations.Opens external site -Shapes energy transition through various sectors. -Champions digital innovation for optimal performance. -Operates across nuclear, renewables, transport, and hydrogen sectors. -Engages in advanced fusion research and development.

Sector Specialisms

Nuclear

Renewables

Electricity grids

Clean hydrogen

Transportation

Industrial

Aerospace

Infrastructure

Energy transition

Operation and maintenance

Civil engineering

Mechanical engineering

Automation

Electricity

Logistics

Radiation protection

Operational safety

Waste and dismantling

Transport

Testing

Digital solutions

Project management

Consulting

Smart city projects

Hydrogen

Water

Security Clearance

-applicants must meet uk security clearance criteria (sc clearance or ability to achieve it).