Piping Calculation Engineer

Assystem GmbH; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Piping Calculation Engineer and contribute to groundbreaking nuclear projects at Hinkley Point C. This role offers the chance to tackle mechanical challenges, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and drive innovation in the energy sector. With a focus on excellence, you will analyze mechanical loading conditions, perform stress analyses, and propose design modifications. This dynamic environment values your expertise and leadership, providing a platform to make a significant impact on the future of energy. If you thrive under pressure and seek to be part of a diverse and innovative community, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays

Option to buy or sell leave days

Professional fees reimbursed

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with experience in mechanical calculations.
• Familiarity with design tools and codes like EUROCODE & ASME.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and create mechanical loading reports.
• Perform stress analyses and propose design modifications.
• Liaise with teams to resolve design issues.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Mechanical calculations

EUROCODE

ASME

2D/3D design tools

Technical documentation

English communication

Nuclear engineering

Multicultural project environments

Electrical design understanding

Education

Mechanical engineering degree

Tools

PDMS/E3D

NavisWorks

ANSYS

RSTAB

Job description

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Our 7,500 Switchers blend historical engineering expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies to drive this change. Join us in revolutionizing the energy sector and making a significant global impact.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Be part of one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. At Assystem, you’ll contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of innovation and engineering excellence. Join a community committed to driving forward the future of energy.

Job Description

The Job Mission

As a Piping Calculation Engineer, you’ll work within the electrical team on-site at Hinkley Point C.
You’ll play a key role responding to site issues and mechanical challenges.
Your future team includes engineers across JDO, MEH, NNB and more.

Your missions will include:

1. Analyse input data and create reports describing mechanical loading conditions
2. Perform stress analyses on cable trays, supports and other equipment
3. Propose design modifications when criteria are not met
4. Conduct hand calculations and run anchorages macros
5. Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to resolve design issues
6. Assess stakeholder-proposed modifications for feasibility
7. Review subcontractor technical documents and drawing packages
8. Identify and implement improvements in existing studies

My profile

• Mechanical engineering degree
• Experience in mechanical calculations
• Familiarity with EUROCODE & ASME
• Skilled in 2D/3D design tools: PDMS/E3D, NavisWorks, ANSYS, RSTAB
• Strong written and verbal English communication
• Experience in multicultural project environments
• Skilled in writing technical documentation
• Ability to thrive under pressure in fast-paced settings
• Experience in nuclear engineering environments, specifically RCC-M code
• Understanding of electrical design and BoP buildings
• Knowledge of the HPC project or EPR studies

Join Assystem and be a key player in delivering critical nuclear projects that shape the future of energy. This is an opportunity to excel in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will drive global innovation.

Benefits include:

• Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
• 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed

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.