Mechanical Design Engineer - Steam Turbine

Arabelle Services UK Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arabelle Solutions in the United Kingdom seeks a Turbine Steam Path Mechanical Design Engineer to own mechanical design across moving blades, diaphragms, and related components. You will validate 3D models and manufacturing plans, coordinate technical studies, and guide designers on complex technologies.

The role requires an engineering degree with a mechanical focus, experience in a mechanical design office, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree with strong mechanical background.
• Experience in a mechanical design office (energy, oil & gas, aeronautics, or special machinery).
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design, calculations, and manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of rotating machinery.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, and MS Project.
• Rigorous, autonomous, and deadline‑aware.
• Proactive mindset with sound judgment and decision‑making ability.
• Results‑oriented and process‑driven.
• Strong communication skills in a multicultural environment.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical calculation and design of steam path components, including moving blades and diaphragms.
• Validate 3D models, drawings, and manufacturing plans produced by the design office.
• Coordinate and lead specific technical studies within the design office.
• Provide technical guidance to designers on complex or critical technologies.
• Ensure design standards and mechanical documentation are updated and applied.
• Ensure manufacturing documentation is delivered on time and supports industrialization needs.
• Industrialize the products with factories involved in blades and diaphragms.
• Support contract execution by resolving technical issues and manufacturing non‑conformities.
• Drive continuous improvement by integrating factory and site feedback, cost‑reduction initiatives, and performance programs.
• Follow the PDQ / TDQ process for the development of new products and participate in the reviews.

Skills

Mechanical design

Rotating machinery

Industrialization

Documentation

Communication

Deadline oriented

Problem solving

Multicultural teamwork

English fluent

Proactive mindset

Education

Engineering degree (mechanical)

Tools

CATIA V5

VPDM

RPDM

P3DM

Job description

The Turbine Steam Path Mechanical Design Engineer will be in charge of the mechanical design of the various components of the ARABELLE Nuclear Steam Turbine. More specifically, the integration of the moving blades and standard diaphragms. An important element is the coordination of studies within the department in order to ensure the continuous improvement of the product, in particular by integrating feedback and the results of cost reduction and performance improvement programs. This position includes the portfolio of ARABELLE machines for 50 and 60Hz nuclear power plants associated with all types of nuclear reactors worldwide.

Your role and impact within the team

• Perform mechanical calculation and design of steam path components, including moving blades and diaphragms
• Validate 3D models, drawings, and manufacturing plans produced by the design office
• Coordinate and lead specific technical studies within the design office
• Provide technical guidance to designers, especially on complex or critical technologies
• Ensure design standards and mechanical documentation are continuously updated and applied
• Ensure manufacturing documentation is delivered on time and supports industrialization needs
• Industrialize the products designed in conjunction with the various factories, and more particularly those involved in the manufacture of blades and diaphragms.
• Support contract execution by resolving technical issues and manufacturing non‑conformities
• Drive continuous improvement by integrating factory and site feedback, cost‑reduction initiatives, and performance programs
• Follow the PDQ / TDQ process for the development of new products and participate in the corresponding reviews (design reviews and gate reviews)
• Support project teams during customer meetings and contribute to technical offers
• Participate in the deployment of official design tools (P3DM) such as CATIA V5, VPDM and RPDM
• Store all technical documentation relating to the execution of R&D in the official Info System database

Your profile

• Engineering degree with a strong mechanical background or equivalent
• Experience in a mechanical design office (energy, oil & gas, aeronautics, or special machinery)
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design, calculations, and manufacturing processes
• Understanding of rotating machinery
• Proficient with office tools (Excel, Word, MS Project)
• Rigorous, autonomous, and well‑organized, with strong deadline awareness
• Proactive mindset with sound judgment and decision‑making ability
• Results‑oriented and process‑driven
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a multicultural environment
• Fluent in English

At Arabelle Solutions, we have team members of more than 49 nationalities spread across 16 countries. At Arabelle Solutions, we know diversity makes teams and business stronger. Arabelle Solutions is a leading provider of nuclear turbine island technology and services. A third of the world's nuclear power plants rely on our technologies and services. Our innovative solutions and highly skilled teams energize the world with reliable, low‑carbon electricity - critical for a sustainable future. With a heritage going back to the industry's early days, our expertise is built on continuous design innovation, manufacturing world‑class turbine island technology and providing essential services to maintain, maximize and extend the lifetime of nuclear power plants across Europe, Asia and Africa. Our technologies range from the world's most powerful steam turbine in operation to modular designs optimized for SMRs, as well as generators, pumps, heat‑exchangers, controls systems and cyber security. Arabelle Solutions has around 3,300 employees working across 16 countries. Arabelle Solutions believes that investing in employee development is key to our success. Our culture of learning focuses on developing our people and promoting the skills for the future. Thrive in a supportive work culture that is committed to continuous learning.