Mechanical Equipment Engineer

Bechtel Corporation; Shinfield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work schedule

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation is seeking a Mechanical Equipment Engineer for a multi-year contract in the UK nuclear infrastructure programme. You will support the Engineering Manager, preparing technical reports, design calculations, and procurement documentation. Key tasks include designing equipment and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

This position requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 6 years of design experience, ideally in the nuclear industry. Flexibility for telework is included, offering a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years post-graduation design experience, with at least 3 in the nuclear industry.
• Experience designing mechanical equipment for the nuclear industry.
• Strong mechanical system and equipment design expertise.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mechanical equipment deliverables including design calculations and specifications.
• Design equipment such as dissolvers and ion exchange columns.
• Support studies assessing environmental impact and sustainability.

Skills

Mechanical equipment design

Engineering calculations

Technical documentation

Problem-solving skills

Supplier evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Chartered Engineer designation

Job description

Requisition ID: 295975

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
• Work Location: Reading

Project Overview

Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) has supported the UK Government’s nuclear defence strategy for over 75 years, providing innovative solutions in nuclear and non‑nuclear facilities. Bechtel collaborates with AWE to deliver preliminary design for the Future Materials Campus, ensuring the project is completed on schedule and within budget.

Job Summary

This position is for a Mechanical Equipment Engineer on a multi‑year contract for a UK nuclear infrastructure programme. The engineer will support the Engineering Manager via the Project Engineer for Process, Plant and Equipment (PPE) as the technical representative for Mechanical engineering activities within the PPE team. Responsibilities include preparing technical reports, studies, design calculations, procurement documentation, and supporting design reviews.

Major Responsibilities

• Participate in optioneering and prepare design philosophies for mechanical equipment.
• Prepare mechanical equipment deliverables including Basis of Design (BoD), system definitions, calculations, performance standards, equipment specifications, layouts, inspection plans, test plans, and review deliverables from other disciplines in line with requirements and applicable codes.
• Design equipment such as dissolvers, ion exchange columns, precipitation vessels, storage and buffer tanks, condensers, etc.
• Produce drawings and 3D models to support facility designs through Concept Design.
• Support studies assessing the environmental impact and sustainability of the proposed design and construction approach.
• Participate in workshops such as 3D model reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, constructability reviews, and value engineering, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Provide inputs to safety cases and regulatory documentation.
• Participate in the preparation of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and resolve interface issues.
• Address manufacturing, fabrication, and installation requirements.
• Document lifecycle aspects: operations, maintenance, material movement philosophies, and decommissioning.

Education And Experience Requirements

• A recognised bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum 6 years post‑graduation design experience, with at least 3 in the nuclear industry preferable.
• A Chartered Engineer designation.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Experience designing mechanical equipment for the nuclear industry.
• End‑to‑end mechanical design capability from concept to implementation.
• Strong mechanical system and equipment design expertise.
• Proficiency in engineering calculations and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of engineering codes, standards, and legislation.
• Experience defining test and verification strategies (FAT/SAT).
• Ability to identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Multidisciplinary integration (mechanical, electrical, civil).
• Supplier evaluation and technical delivery support.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills.
• Relevant industrial experience, with general nuclear experience a plus.
• Must obtain Security Clearance (SC) for access to the AWE site.

Other

The role is based primarily at Aldermaston UK, with travel to Bechtel’s London office as required. Flexibility includes three days per week on site and two days from home or the Bechtel office.

Only UK Nationals are eligible for this position.

This position is subject to a successful interview and agreement upon terms and conditions of employment.

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Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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