Mechanical Engineer - Design Review & Compliance (Hybrid)

Matchtech Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group seeks a Mechanical Engineer - IIA Design Reviewer in Bristol to perform technical surveillance and independent assessment of mechanical and piping designs for HPC. You will report observations to the Pressure Compliance Lead and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and project design codes.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering degree or equivalent, experience with EN 13480/ASME III/RCC-M, and a background in safety-critical environments.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Hands-on experience with nuclear/industrial piping and pressure design codes (e.g., EN 13480, ASME III, RCC-M).
• Regulated design background in a safety-critical environment.
• Broad understanding of engineering construction practices and UK statutory requirements.
• Strong organizational and technical communication skills; knowledge of French is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design surveillance of mechanical and piping design documents against project, regulatory, and statutory standards.
• Submit surveillance observations; notify Pressure Compliance Lead of technical issues; participate in convergence meetings to resolve non-conformances.
• Identify potential design issues early to enable proactive mitigation; provide clear, timely reporting across multidisciplinary teams.
• Feed surveillance data and compliance metrics into project KPIs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Technical communication

French language (advantage)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Matchtech Group seeks a Mechanical Engineer - IIA Design Reviewer in Bristol to perform technical surveillance and independent assessment of mechanical and piping designs for HPC. You will report observations to the Pressure Compliance Lead and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and project design codes.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering degree or equivalent, experience with EN 13480/ASME III/RCC-M, and a background in safety-critical environments.