Senior Mechanical Engineer (Valves)

Matchtech; West of England; Vor Ort; GBP 55.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Valve Engineer to support the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build project. You will provide technical authority across valve systems, ensure design compliance, and work with site, design teams, suppliers and client.

Fluency in English and ability to lead complex technical discussions are essential. Experience with regulated sectors and a strong track record in valve design, qualification, and construction support will strengthen your application.

Qualifikationen

• A degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or related engineering discipline.
• Proven background in industrial valve engineering within highly regulated sectors (nuclear, energy, defence, oil & gas, or power generation).
• Familiarity with valve design, qualification, supplier management, and nuclear standards or construction support.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a strong advantage.

Aufgaben

• Technical Authority: Provide expert engineering support and guidance for industrial valves across the full project lifecycle.
• Design & Compliance: Review supplier documentation, assess design modifications, and ensure all work complies with nuclear industry requirements and project standards.
• Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve technical challenges efficiently to keep milestones on track.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary technical focal point, bridging communication between the construction site, design teams, suppliers, and the client.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead technical discussions and manage complex interfaces to maintain high safety and quality standards.

Kenntnisse

Valve engineering

Supplier management

Nuclear standards

Leadership

Communication

Ausbildung

Degree in Mechanical or Nuclear engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer looking to play a critical role in one of Europe's largest clean energy projects? Our client are seeking a Mechanical/Valve Engineer to support the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build project

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Authority: Provide expert engineering support and guidance for industrial valves across the full project lifecycle.
• Design & Compliance: Review supplier documentation, assess design modifications, and ensure all work strictly complies with rigorous nuclear industry requirements and project standards.
• Issue Resolution: Investigate and resolve technical challenges efficiently to keep project milestones on track.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary technical focal point, bridging communication between the construction site, design teams, suppliers, and the client.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead technical discussions and manage complex organizational interfaces to maintain high standards of safety and quality.

What We Are Looking For

We are open to candidates across a broad range of experience levels who can demonstrate sound engineering judgment and leadership.

• Education: A degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or a related engineering discipline.
• Sector Experience: Proven background in industrial valve engineering within highly regulated sectors (e.g., nuclear, energy, defence, oil & gas, or power generation).
• Technical Strengths: Familiarity with valve design, qualification, supplier management, and nuclear standards or construction support.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Languages: Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in French is a strong advantage.