ASSYSTEM

nuclear engineering

SeniorMechanicalEngineer

Derby, United Kingdom FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Mechanical Engineer at ASSYSTEM. Skills: Turbine Island Design, Systems Engineering, Nuclear Safety. Assess supplier deliverables. Develop and review designs”

What You'll Achieve.

Help deliver the Turbine Island design; Ensure supplier deliverables meet requirements

Industry & Context.

nuclear engineering
Problems you'll solve

Critically assessing designs

Eligibility Requirements

Meet UK security clearance criteria, SC Clearance or ability to achieve it, Professional in handling sensitive nuclear information

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in engineering, SC Clearance or ability to achieve it, Previous work in nuclear, thermal power, oil and gas, or other regulated sectors, Experienced with steam turbines, condensers, feedwater heaters, pumps, and piping systems, background in thermal power systems, with experience from FEED to detailed design and EPC delivery, Skilled in developing procurement specifications and collaborating with equipment suppliers, Extensive technical experience in thermal power or similar projects, Excellent at engaging with internal and external stakeholders, Capable of identifying and managing critical interfaces on major projects, Proficient in UK Health and Safety regulations, safety systems, HAZOP, and engineering standards, Knowledgeable in ASME, European, and UK codes and standards, Professional in handling sensitive nuclear information

Nice to Have

Systems Engineering experience or awareness

What You'll Do.

Assess supplier deliverables

Develop and review designs

Create Process Flow Diagrams

Create Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams

Create Layout Drawings

Perform Sizing Calculations

Develop Specifications

Conduct Optioneering studies

Review Decision Record Files

Review Design Descriptions

Review Requirement Specifications

Develop Functional Requirements

Develop Design Requirements

Integrate Turbine Island design

Provide technical contact

Support Design Reviews

Participate in HAZID/HAZOP studies

Liaise on nuclear safety licensing

Liaise on environmental planning/permitting

Adhere to H&S policies

Adhere to project quality

Adhere to Quality Management System

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work closely with multidisciplined teams; Collaborate with the supply chain; Engage with internal and external stakeholders; Participate in Design Reviews with multidisciplinary teams; Work with the safety team

Communication Scope

Excellent at engaging with internal and external stakeholders

Process & Methodology

Manage critical interfaces on major projects

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