Graduate Process Engineer

Framatome

Cranfield

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 36,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave
8% employer pension contribution
Private health care
Life assurance (4x salary)
Employee assistance programme
Professional Body Membership
Cycle to Work scheme
Babbel language learning
Generous family leave

Job summary

Framatome Ltd invites applications for a Graduate Process Engineer based in Cranfield, UK. You will work on fluid flow systems with a focus on mixing processes across nuclear and non-nuclear sectors, performing experimental work, data analysis and engineering calculations, and developing technical documentation.

You will join the Process Engineering team to deliver high quality outputs for internal and external clients in a safe, efficient manner and develop your technical skills through

Qualifications

  • Masters degree in Chemical/Process Engineering or related field.
  • Industry experience is useful but not essential.
  • Knowledge of single and multiphase fluid mechanics is essential; mixing processes desirable.
  • Lab testing, programming and image/video analysis are desirable.
  • Strong analytical ability with Excel; experience in data interpretation helpful.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated, well organised and able to work at pace to deliver.
  • Commitment to safety and continual improvement across the business.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with peers and engineers involved in manufacture, test rigs setup and operation.
  • Perform experimental test work in the lab and analyse results.
  • Present results and analyses to peers.
  • Carry out calculations relating to design and operation of fluid systems.
  • Produce documentation and contribute to technical reports.
  • Support project budgeting and deadlines and team activities.
  • Contribute to development of quality and health & safety processes.

Skills

Fluid mechanics
Mixing processes
Lab testing
Programming
Excel
Analytical thinking
Verbal communication
Written communication
Self-motivated
Safety minded

Education

Master's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering

Job description

TA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAF - Safety, process and systems design - Fluid Systems Engineering

Job Opening Title

Graduate Process Engineer

Job type

Non fixed term

Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear FutureFramatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.

We are looking to recruit a Graduate Process Engineer to work on a variety of projects relating to fluid flow systems, with a focus on mixing processes in both the nuclear and non-nuclear process sectors. The successful candidate will be lab focused, with activities including the performance and analysis of experimental data, as well as engineering calculations and documentation, and have the opportunity to develop his technical skills by working on a range of projects and through internal and external training.

As part of the Process Engineering team in Framatome Ltd, your mission is to deliver high quality engineering output and contribute to the successful delivery of engineering research, design and consultancy projects for both internal and external clients in a safe and efficient manner.

You will be a part of the Process Engineering team your daily responsibilities will include:- Working closely with peers, including other process engineers and those involved in the manufacture, set-up and operation of test rigs,- Performing experimental test work in the in the laboratory under the guidance of a more experienced engineer, and analysing and interpreting the results,- Presenting results and analysis to peers,- Performing calculations relating to the design and operation of fluid systems,- Producing documentation and contributing to technical reports,- Carrying out team activities while adhering to project budgets and deadlines,- Contribute to the development of company quality and health and safety processes.

The key outputs of the role will be:- Quality experimental data and associated analysis,- Presentation of engineering deliverables to peers,- Technical documentation.

Profile

It is expected that as experience grows, the successful applicant will:- Broaden their knowledge across a wide range of projects and technical areas, developing significant expertise in fluid dynamics and associated processes.- Lead small technical projects and coordinate teams of engineers and technicians.

You will be a passionate engineer committed to excellence in both safety and quality, and eager to be part of a growing team. We are seeking the following skills:- A Masters degree in Chemical/Process Engineering or a related discipline. Some experience working in industry is useful but not essential.- Good knowledge of single and multiphase fluid mechanics is essential. Knowledge of mixing processes and/or fluid rheology is desirable.- Knowledge or experience of lab testing, programming, and image or video analysis are desirable but not essential.- Strong analytical ability, with significant expertise using Microsoft Excel. Experience with data interpretation and statistical analysis are desirable but not essential.- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Self motivated, well organised, and able to work at pace to deliver on time.- Driven to work safely and strive towards continual improvement in this area for themselves and across the business.

What’s in it for you?

  • 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
  • 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
  • Individual and family private health care
  • Cashplan – Level 2 cover
  • Life assurance (4x salary)
  • Employee assistance programme (EAP)
  • Professional Body Membership
  • Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
  • Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
  • Babbel – learn a new language
  • Generous family leave
Job location
Job location

United Kingdom, Cranfield

Job location (site)

Cranfield

Job family

Standard

Minimum level of education required

Master

Minimum level of experience required

New graduate

Cadre

General information
Legal company
Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).
Legal company
Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).
Reference number
2026-27258
Reference number
2026-27258
Publication date
7/31/2026
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