Senior Mechanical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with expertise in design and infrastructure for remote work with some on-site visits. Candidates should possess strong skills in safety management and design standards, preferably with experience in high hazard environments like the nuclear industry.

Qualifications

• Broad experience in mechanical systems: Pump systems, HVAC, pressure systems.
• Detailed knowledge of Electrical Infrastructure in the nuclear industry or similar.
• Track record of data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Technical excellence in specification and assessment of design packages.
• Ensure outputs of safety-related contracts meet safety requirements.
• Develop cost-effective solutions for design modifications.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Safety management

Design standards understanding

Communication

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification

Job description

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Remote working with occasional visits to the Glasgow Area

Inside IR35

37.5 hours per week

SC Clearance needs to be obtained

Sole British National

Key Responsibilities

• Technical excellence in the specification, production and assessment of design packages for infrastructure.
• Specification of reliability and operational constraints for infrastructure.
• Assessment of work control procedures for maintenance of infrastructure.
• Assessment of infrastructure design, material state, qualification and ageing mechanisms to permit the continued operation of facilities and utilities.
• Discharge and display a robust safety and security culture.
• Ensure outputs of safety related contracts meet the contract requirements and appropriate safety requirements by acting as an intelligent customer.

Experience

• Broad experience in mechanical engineering, preferably with experience of some of the following Mechanical systems; Pump systems, cranes, heating ventilation & air conditioning (HVAC), pressure systems and Diesel Generators.
• Experience of working within the nuclear industry or any other high hazard industry, although this is not considered essential.
• Ability to provide practical, creative and cost-effective solutions for design changes / modifications of plant and supporting Infrastructure.
• A good understanding of British and international design standards.
• A track record of making intelligent evidence based decisions using various sources of data.
• Good skills in verbal and written communication.
• The ability to effectively manage and prioritise your own workload.

Qualifications & Training

• HNC or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
• Detailed knowledge of the Design Intent for Electrical Infrastructure in the nuclear industry or similar industry