Senior Mechanical Engineer

Assystem; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead fluid system development within their Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit. This role offers the opportunity to work with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring seamless integration of system designs into wider power plants. With a commitment to safety and compliance, you'll engage in various design reviews and collaborate closely with stakeholders. The company values innovation and diversity, providing an engaging work environment with hybrid working options and numerous career advancement opportunities. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of nuclear engineering!

Benefits

Attractive social benefits

Holiday bonuses

Ongoing training

Career advancement opportunities

Hybrid work options

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear, thermal power, or oil and gas sectors.
• Strong technical background in fluid system design development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage fluid system development with a small team.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and project quality.

Skills

Fluid System Design

Stakeholder Engagement

Safety Compliance

Systems Engineering

Procurement Specifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Higher National Diploma in Engineering

Tools

Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams

Process Flow Diagrams

Design Review Tools

Job description

Assystem Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Assystem Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

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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.

Job Description

Join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit! Reporting to the Balance of Plant Lead, the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for developing fluid systems. The role involves working closely with multi-disciplinary teams and the supply chain to deliver system designs.

Your responsibilities include:

1. Lead Fluid System Development: Manage a small team to develop fluid systems.
2. Review Design Documents: Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Layout Drawings, Component Sizing Calculations, Datasheets, and Specifications.
3. Conduct Optioneering: Lead and review optioneering studies, Decision Record Files, Design Descriptions, and Requirement Specifications.
4. Apply Systems Engineering: Develop and review Functional and Design Requirements using Systems Engineering principles.
5. Integrate System Design: Ensure the fluid system design integrates seamlessly into the wider power plant.
6. Provide Technical Support: Act as the technical contact for interfaces and stakeholder activities.
7. Support Design Reviews: Participate in Design Reviews and HAZID/HAZOP studies with multidisciplinary teams.
8. liaise on Safety: Collaborate with the safety team on nuclear safety licensing, environmental planning/permitting, and related interface activities.
9. Ensure Compliance: Adhere to statutory H&S policies, project quality, and safety rules.

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

• Background in nuclear, thermal power, oil and gas, or other highly regulated sectors.
• Experience in fluid system design development.
• Proficient in roles covering FEED to detailed design and EPC delivery.
• Skilled in developing procurement specifications and collaborating with suppliers.
• Strong technical background in thermal power or similar projects.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders.
• Ability to identify and manage critical interfaces on major projects.
• Knowledge of UK Health and Safety regulations, safety systems, HAZOP, and engineering standards.
• Familiar with ASME, European, and UK codes and standards.
• Experience or awareness in Systems Engineering is a plus.

Personal Attributes:

• Results-Oriented: Independent, proactive, and results-focused team player.
• Organization: Strong organizational skills, handling confidential nuclear information professionally.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma in engineering.
• Professional Registration: CEng in a relevant discipline or working towards it.
• Security Clearance: SC Clearance or ability to achieve it.

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 part of the future of nuclear and fusion innovation! We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promoting 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 what matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Consulting and Services