Senior Mechanical Piping Engineer – Nuclear

AtkinsRéalis; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior Piping Engineer, where you'll play a vital role in shaping nuclear projects. You'll lead teams, solve complex problems, and mentor colleagues in a diverse and inclusive environment. Flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in piping and/or pressure vessel design and stress analysis.
• Experience in safety critical and regulated environments like nuclear power.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects delivering piping solutions for nuclear stations.
• Technical leadership of piping teams and delivery of technical solutions.
• Produce technical reports, calculations, and drawings.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Excited about transforming the world's energy?

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' problems head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So, talk to us about what's ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you're returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

As a Senior Piping Engineer, you'll play a significant role in your projects and across our Nuclear & Power Division. You'll work with teams across significant nuclear projects, keeping the world powered more sustainably. Working closely with colleagues, clients, stakeholders and contractors, you'll also enjoy opportunities to mentor colleagues while progressing your career upward.

Your purpose:

The role will entail leading projects to deliver piping solutions for the construction of new nuclear stations and systems at fusion research facilities, support the operation of the existing nuclear generating fleet and decommission nuclear sites.

Day-to-day activities may include the following:

• Technical leadership of piping teams.
• Delivery of technical solutions to complex problems.
• Production of clear and concise technical reports, calculations and drawings.
• Review and verification of technical documentation produced by others.
• Regular communication with clients and stakeholders, building and nurturing strong relationships with them.
• Production of bids and proposals.
• Develop capability through mentoring and coaching, development of tools/templates, input into technical community.

What you can bring:

In addition to having excellent communication and problem-solving skills, you will also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Relevant qualifications in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Senior technical practitioner able to demonstrate good engineering judgement and with good experience in using fundamental engineering skills while leading and developing others.
• Substantial experience in piping and/or pressure vessel design and stress analysis.
• Experience with working in a safety critical and heavily regulated environment such as nuclear power generation/decommissioning industries.

Desirable experience:

• Chartered with a relevant professional institute (or approaching application for registration).
• Experience in working with design codes such as ASME BPVC Section III, RCC-M, BS EN 13480, BS EN 13445.
• Awareness of UK legislation relating to piping.
• Experience delivering projects for UK nuclear licensees.
• An understanding of commercial and client management principles.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our Energy Teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

We value your diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive – no exceptions. You'll be part of a culture committed to finding new talent from underrepresented groups. We're Disability Confident, an Inclusive Employer, and support STEM Returners. We also want to see more women in senior roles at AtkinsRéalis. In the energy sector, we've signed up to the AXIS Pledge, promising to make equal pay, equal leadership, and equal opportunities a reality.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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