Mechanical Engineer

Assystem UK Ltd; Olney; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work 1-2 days remote

Employee Committee benefits

Holiday bonuses

Ongoing training and career growth

Internal promotion opportunities

Job summary

Assystem UK Ltd in Sunderland invites a Mechanical Engineer to join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit. You will lead work packages for nuclear, marine, and O&G clients, delivering solutions across the project lifecycle with hybrid working.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate with project management, and ensure timely delivery, quality, and cost targets while developing your expertise in Eurocode 3 and DNV standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Senior engineering experience in offshore, renewables, nuclear, or other highly regulated industries.
• Solid background in mechanical and structural engineering.
• Proficient with CAD software: Inventor, AutoCAD, and Catia.
• Strong mathematics and reporting skills with engineering documentation experience.
• Familiar with Eurocode 3 and DNV standards; Master’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project tasks: plan and manage projects for a team of engineers.
• Produce high-quality engineering solutions and report progress to Lead Engineer.
• Mentor junior or graduate engineers and share technical guidance.
• Manage time to meet deadlines, target costs, and quality standards with limited supervision.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

Engineering design cycle

Mathematics

Education

Bachelor's degree (2:1) in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (desirable)

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

Catia

MathCAD

ANSYS Workbench

Job description

Company Description

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

Job Description

Join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit! You will join an expanding team to support the development and delivery of work packages for our nuclear, marine, and O&G clients based around our Sunderland office. The role supports Hybrid working. As a Mechanical Engineer your role will include:

• Leading project tasks: Manage and plan projects for a team of engineers while coordinating with project management facilities.
• Producing engineering solutions: Deliver high-quality engineering solutions across a wide range of topics and communicating progress: Provide feedback on technical development and project delivery to the Lead Engineer and Project Manager.
• Mentoring: Offer technical guidance and support to team members, especially junior or graduate engineers.
• Managing time: Efficiently manage your time to meet agreed deadlines, target costs, and quality standards with minimal supervision.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

• Over 55 years in nuclear engineering.
• Ranked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Attractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses.
• Ongoing training with numerous career opportunities.
• 70% of our managers are promoted internally!
• Hybrid work: 1-2 days remote per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Relevant senior engineering experience in sectors like offshore, renewables, nuclear, or other highly regulated industries.
• Solid background in mechanical and structural engineering.
• Proficient with CAD software: Skilled in Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and/or Catia.
• Strong mathematical skills: Experienced with MathCAD software.
• Skilled in producing technical reports: Expertise in creating design and substantiation reports, assembly procedures, etc.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes: Understanding of welding, machining, etc.
• Experienced with the engineering design cycle from Concept to Manufacture.
• Additional Information: Familiar with European and Offshore standards: Experience with Eurocode 3 and DNV.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Skilled in checking and approving engineering CAD assemblies and drawings.
• Proficient in verifying engineering documentation: Manual calculations, reports, etc.
• Excellent Finite Element Analysis skills: In-depth knowledge of ANSYS Workbench is desirable.
• Experienced in non-linear and fatigue FEA: Familiar with DNV and Eurocodes.

• Due to the nature of the work, applicants must meet UK security clearance criteria.

Ready to make a difference in the nuclear engineering world? Join us and be a part of the future of nuclear and fusion innovation!

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Summary

Type: Full-time Function: Engineering Experience level: Not Applicable Industry: Management