Mechanical Piping Engineer - Nuclear

SNC-Lavalin; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Glasgow seeks a Mechanical Engineer to lead projects focused on piping solutions for new nuclear stations. The ideal candidate should have a degree in mechanical engineering and experience in piping design. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and participation in diverse energy projects, with a commitment to inclusion and flexible working policies.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive employment policies

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in piping and/or pressure vessel design and stress analysis.
• Comfortable engaging with clients and understanding their issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to deliver piping solutions for nuclear stations.
• Write accurate technical reports (e.g. safety cases).
• Work on a broad range of projects enhancing technical capabilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Engineering judgement

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Excited about transforming the world's energy?

Join our organisation, where we have a huge variety of projects on-the-go at any one time. When you start this role with us, it could take your career wherever your interests lie. You'll find everyone here is willing to pitch in and help because we all want you to succeed, and we're ready to help you grow.

We offer flexible and remote working policies to support your personal priorities. We are committed to Women’s Equality, and we are a 'Disability Confident' and 'Inclusive Employer'.

Your purpose

The role will entail leading projects to deliver piping solutions for the construction of new nuclear stations and systems at fusion research facilities, support the operation of the existing nuclear generating fleet and decommission nuclear sites. You will work on a broad range of projects with opportunities to develop your technical capabilities and stay challenged.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day activities may include the following:
• Degree qualified mechanical engineer (or other relevant qualification).
• Experience in piping and/or pressure vessel design and stress analysis.
• Experience in writing accurate, detailed, and concise technical reports (e.g. design substantiations, basis of analysis, safety case references).
• Comfortable engaging with existing and prospective clients, working at their sites, and investing time in understanding their issues, goals, and processes.

What you can bring

In addition to having excellent communication and problem-solving skills, you will also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Technical practitioner able to demonstrate good engineering judgement and with good experience in using fundamental engineering skills.
• Experience in piping and/or pressure vessel design and stress analysis.

Desirable experience

• Experience with working in a safety critical and heavily regulated environment such as nuclear power generation/decommissioning industries.
• Working towards chartership with a relevant professional institute.
• Experience in working with design codes such as ASME BPVC Section III, RCC-M, BS EN 13480, BS EN 13445.
• Awareness of UK legislation relating to piping.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years\' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you\'ll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You\'ll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We\'re Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we\'ve signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not reference to or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.