UK Atomic Energy Authority
Energy
LeadProcessEngineer
“Lead Process Engineer at UK Atomic Energy Authority. Skills: Process engineering, Power systems, Cooling systems, Heat rejection. Act as Process Engineering Subject Matter Expert. Support programme wide development engineering governance”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver prototype fusion plant; Convert thermal power into electrical power
Industry & Context.
Engineering analysis; Design calculations
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS), Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Relevant engineering degree or equivalent, Extensive experience complex engineering projects, Develop and deliver complex process/mechanical engineering systems, Develop and deliver complex process/mechanical equipment, Design, commission, operate high pressure systems, Design, commission, operate high temperature systems, Excellent understanding UK regulations, codes, standards, Proven capability engineering analysis, Proven track record working safely, Ability perform exploratory design calculations, Broad deep understanding engineering design, Strategic and innovative thinker, Good communication and technical writing skills, Excellent interpersonal skills, Demonstrable commitment working compliance modern standards, Proven experience managing teams up to 5, Proven experience managing significant external contracts
Nice to Have
Chartered status professional institution, Experience working powerplant, Experience developing designs nuclear environment, Experience developing designs fusion, Experience designing, commissioning, operating very high pressure systems, Understanding modern project management tools
What You'll Do.
Act as Process Engineering Subject Matter Expert
Support programme wide development engineering governance
Lead design and delivery Power & Cooling process
Ensure technical integrity
Provide process modelling and analysis expertise
Lead and develop multi-disciplinary team
Provide technical direction and assurance
Own and deliver process-related technology development
Work with internal and external partners
Apply systems engineering principles
Lead technical engagement with suppliers
Act as intelligent customer
Ensure compliance relevant codes
Promote leadership mindset
continuous improvement
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Multi-disciplinary team; Internal and external partners; Suppliers and collaborators
Communication Scope
Technical writing
Process & Methodology
Project management
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