Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Bristol

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; West of England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics is seeking a motivated Graduate Mechanical Engineer to support MEH Alliance on major nuclear new-build projects in Somerset. Based in Bristol initially, the role may transition to site and offers hands-on experience within a highly regulated, safety-critical environment.

You will assist with mechanical design implementation, construction and commissioning, participate in site walkdowns and progress reviews, and follow a structured graduate development pathway toward

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong interest in mechanical engineering within construction, manufacturing or nuclear environments.
• Good technical understanding and problem-solving capability.
• Effective communication and ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary site teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a site-based environment.
• Willingness to work within a highly regulated and safety-critical industry.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of mechanical engineering activities across MEH work scopes.
• Assist with the implementation of mechanical designs, specifications and work packs on site.
• Support installation, inspection, testing and commissioning activities for mechanical systems.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, method statements and reports under supervision.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and client representatives to support safe and efficient delivery.
• Participate in site walkdowns, inspections and progress reviews to monitor work quality and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Ensure mechanical works comply with nuclear regulatory requirements, project specifications and company procedures.
• Promote a strong safety culture and comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Support quality assurance, defect resolution and continuous improvement activities.
• Contribute to the coordination of mechanical engineering activities with electrical, HVAC and other project disciplines.
• Actively engage in graduate training, mentoring and professional development activities to support progression toward professional accreditation and Chartered status.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Mechanical design understanding

Problem-solving

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Graduate Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical engineering activities within the MEH Alliance on major nuclear new-build projects in Somerset.

This role will be based originally in our Bristol Office but can transition to site. The role will offer hands-on experience within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment. Working as part of an integrated alliance delivery team, you will support mechanical design implementation, construction, installation and commissioning activities, while following a structured graduate development pathway toward professional accreditation and Chartered status.

Key Deliverables / Accountabilities

• Support the delivery of mechanical engineering activities across MEH work scopes
• Assist with the implementation of mechanical designs, specifications and work packs on site
• Support installation, inspection, testing and commissioning activities for mechanical systems
• Prepare and review technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, method statements and reports under supervision
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and client representatives to support safe and efficient delivery
• Participate in site walkdowns, inspections and progress reviews to monitor work quality and ensure compliance with project requirements
• Ensure mechanical works comply with nuclear regulatory requirements, project specifications and company procedures
• Promote a strong safety culture and comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements
• Support quality assurance, defect resolution and continuous improvement activities
• Contribute to the coordination of mechanical engineering activities with electrical, HVAC and other project disciplines
• Actively engage in graduate training, mentoring and professional development activities to support progression toward professional accreditation and Chartered status

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong interest in mechanical engineering within construction, manufacturing or nuclear environments
• Good technical understanding and problem-solving capability
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary site teams
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a site-based environment
• Willingness to work within a highly regulated and safety-critical industry
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Previous industrial placement or site experience is advantageous but not essential

Due to the nature of the projects and secure nuclear environment:

• Applicants must be Sole British Nationals
• Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) security clearance
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory security clearance and background checks