Mechanical Systems Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team within the Nuclear Services Business. This role offers the chance to work on significant projects like Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C, providing technical oversight and ensuring safety case requirements are met throughout the design and construction phases. You will engage with various stakeholders, conduct technical reviews, and guide junior engineers, all while fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment. This position not only promises professional growth but also offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about engineering in the nuclear sector.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Electric vehicle leasing

Health insurance

Product discounts

Critical illness insurance

Technology vouchers

Gym membership

Season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
• Understanding of Safety Case requirements and project lifecycle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for the Programme Team ensuring design safety.
• Conduct technical reviews and approve design documentation from suppliers.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Stakeholder Engagement

Safety Case Requirements

Technical Reviews

Nuclear Power Station Design

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

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Mechanical Systems Engineer

We are looking for a Mechanical Systems Engineer to join our Mechanical Systems Branch as part of our Nuclear Services Business, supporting the delivery of EDF's projects such as Hinkley Point C (HPC) and Sizewell C (SZC).

In your role, you will maintain technical oversight of the design and supply chain, ensuring safety case requirements are captured and fulfilled during design, procurement, manufacturing, construction, and commissioning of the plant.

The role is within the Gas, Radwaste and Handling team, responsible for technical oversight and delivery of approximately 30 equipment contracts across HPC and SZC, along with system ownership of around 36 systems for those stations. For the operational fleet, the team manages system ownership of gas plant, working closely with station system owners to ensure optimal reliability and performance.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop in-depth knowledge of EPR/AGR/PWR design and operation, working in a fast-paced project and operational environment.

Pay, Benefits, and Culture

Salary ranges from £52,000 to £65,000 (negotiable based on experience). The package includes a market-leading pension scheme and various benefits, from formal to personal, including enhanced parental leave, electric vehicle leasing, health insurance, product discounts, critical illness insurance, technology vouchers, gym membership, and season ticket loans.

At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility, supporting remote, on-site, or office work, fostering collaboration, connection, and comfort. Our priority is to create a safe, valued, and inclusive environment.

We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, aiming for gender balance and representation from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, and social mobility support.

As a disability confident employer, we assist with your application and reasonable adjustments if needed.

We foster a dynamic, inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds and experiences drive innovation. Success is personal, and we support your unique career path.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Act as the primary contact for the Programme Team, ensuring design safety, construction, and functionality requirements are met.
• Conduct technical reviews and approve design documentation from designers and suppliers.
• Maintain oversight to ensure safety case requirements are integrated and traceable throughout the process.
• Verify compliance with codes and standards, ensuring plants meet specifications, and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders, including interactions with the ONR.
• Develop and maintain System Substantiation Summary Documents and substantiate Safety Cases for your systems.

Who You Are…

• Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, with project environment and contractual management experience preferred.
• Understanding of Safety Case requirements and application throughout the project lifecycle.
• Knowledge of equipment design and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
• Understanding of Nuclear Power Station design is essential; familiarity with PWR or EPR systems is a bonus.