Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Assystem; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Assystem seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit. The role includes developing CAD drawings, optimizing layouts, and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure compliance and high-quality standards in a dynamic environment. Join us to shape the future of nuclear and fusion innovation.

Benefits

Attractive social benefits

Ongoing training and career opportunities

Holiday bonuses

Qualifications

• Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role.
• Proficient in 2D CAD systems and skilled in 3D CAD/BIM systems.
• SC Clearance or ability to achieve it.

Responsibilities

• Develop 2D and 3D CAD designs.
• Perform layout optimization engineering.
• Ensure compliance with safety factors and design standards.

Skills

Collaboration

2D CAD proficiency

3D CAD proficiency

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Solidworks

Job description

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Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low-carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top-notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low-carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top-notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

Job Description

Join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit! Reporting to the Turbine Island Lead, the Senior Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for developing fluid systems. The Senior Mechanical Design Engineer shall work closely with multi-disciplined teams and the supply chain to help deliver the system design.

Your mission:

️ Develop 2D CAD drawings, including detailed process flow diagrams (PFD) and process and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID).

️ Prepare 3D CAD/BIM models, covering plant layouts, piping design, isometrics, MTO, general arrangement drawings, detailed drawings, and sketches.

️ Perform layout optimization engineering throughout design phases to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

Participate in 3D model reviews, layout reviews, design reviews, and technical meetings to ensure precision and alignment.

Ensure compliance with all design safety factors, tolerances, specifications, standards, codes, legislation, and requirements.

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to achieve a coordinated and cohesive design.

️ Maintain thorough records of the design process in line with best practices, ensuring meticulous documentation.

Update and manage databases for CAD/BIM design documentation, keeping everything current and organized.

Report status and updates to the management team to keep everyone informed and aligned.

Support the team by upholding high standards, meeting targets, and adhering to quality, time, and budget constraints.

️ Mediate and resolve issues with all stakeholders, ensuring solutions are aligned and effective.

️Adhere to company statutory H&S Policies and rules, maintaining compliance with project and quality standards.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

• Over 55 years in nuclear engineering.
• Ranked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Attractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses.
• Ongoing training with numerous career opportunities.
• 70% of our managers are promoted internally!
• Hybrid work: 1-2 days remote per week.
  
  

Qualifications

Experienced Mechanical Design Engineer or similar role, ready to drive innovation and excellence.

Collaborative team player with a knack for transforming concepts into reality through engineering teamwork.

️ Proficient in 2D CAD systems like AutoCAD for creating precise and detailed drawings.

️ Skilled in 3D CAD/BIM systems (Revit, Inventor, Solidworks, Solid Edge, Siemens NX, PDMS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, or similar) for crafting dynamic models and drawings.

Professionally qualified in an engineering-related field, bringing expertise and technical prowess.

SC Clearance or the capability to achieve it, ensuring readiness for high-security projects.

Additional Information

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must meet UK security clearance criteria.

Ready to make a difference in the nuclear engineering world? Join us and be a part of the future of nuclear and fusion innovation!

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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