Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Safety & Design

Vinci; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering design firm in the UK seeks an experienced individual for design substantiation in the defence sector. The role involves authoring key documentation, liaising with various stakeholders, and ensuring design compliance within highly regulated environments. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in nuclear safety. The company offers a competitive salary, a flexible working environment, and numerous perks including professional development opportunities and health cover.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Flexible working hours

Professional Membership fees

Employee share scheme

Health Shield Cover

On-site gym and café

Social events

Qualifications

• Proven experience in design substantiation and safety case involvement for regulated industries.
• Familiarity with safety case methodologies and legal frameworks relevant to nuclear safety.
• Strong presentation and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Authoring nuclear substantiation documentation, including Design Substantiation Reports.
• Reviewing safety case documentation and identifying potential design shortfalls.
• Liaising with designers and equipment vendors to gather necessary information.
• Interrogating Engineering Schedule for documentation validation.

Skills

Design substantiation

Safety case methodologies

Communication skills

Engineering design experience

Education

Degree with honours or Level 6 equivalent

Chartered Engineer or equivalent

Job description

An engineering design firm in the UK seeks an experienced individual for design substantiation in the defence sector. The role involves authoring key documentation, liaising with various stakeholders, and ensuring design compliance within highly regulated environments. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in nuclear safety. The company offers a competitive salary, a flexible working environment, and numerous perks including professional development opportunities and health cover.