Senior Mechanical Engineer

Assystem Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

Assystem Blackburn, England, United Kingdom

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Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low-carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top-notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

Assystem is a global leader committed to accelerating the energy transition. With 7,500 employees across 12 countries, we tackle the monumental task of switching to low-carbon energy. Our 55+ years of experience in highly regulated sectors ensure we deliver top-notch engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

Join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit! Reporting to the Balance of Plant Lead, the Senior Mechanical Engineer shall be responsible for developing a fluid system. The Senior Mechanical Engineer shall work closely with multi-disciplined teams and the supply chain to help deliver the system design.

Your mission:

• Lead Fluid System Development:
  Manage a small team to develop fluid systems. Re
• view Design Documents:
  Develop and review Process Flow Diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Layout Drawings, Component Sizing Calculations, Datasheets, and Specifications. Co
• nduct Optioneering:
  Lead and review optioneering studies, Decision Record Files, Design Descriptions, and Requirement Specifications. Ap
• ply Systems Engineering:
  Develop and review Functional and Design Requirements using Systems Engineering principles.️ In
• tegrate System Design:
  Ensure the fluid system design integrates seamlessly into the wider power plant. Pr
• ovide Technical Support:
  Act as the technical contact for interfaces and stakeholder activities. Su
• pport Design Reviews:
  Participate in Design Reviews and HAZID/HAZOP studies with multidisciplinary teams.️ L
• iaise on Safety:
  Collaborate with the safety team on nuclear safety licensing, environmental planning/permitting, and related interface activities. En
• sure Compliance:
  Adhere to statutory H&S policies, project quality, and safety rules.
  
  Why J

oin the Community of Switchers? Ov

• er 55 years in nuclear engineering. Ra
• nked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies. At
• tractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses. On
• going training with numerous career opportunities. 70
• % of our managers are promoted internally! Hy
• brid work: 1-2 days remote per week. Qual

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• ndustry
  
  Experience:
  
  Background in nuclear, thermal power, oil and gas, or other highly regulated sectors.
  
  Flu
• :
  Experienced in fluid system design development. De
• sign Phases:
  Proficient in roles covering FEED to detailed design and EPC delivery. Pr
• ocurement:
  Skilled in developing procurement specifications and collaborating with suppliers.️ Te
• chnical Expertise:
  Strong technical background in thermal power or similar projects Co
• mmunication:
  Excellent communication skills for engaging with stakeholders. Pr
• oject Management:
  Ability to identify and manage critical interfaces on major projects.️ Sa
• fety & Standards:
  Knowledgeable in UK Health and Safety regulations, safety systems, HAZOP, and engineering standards. Co
• des & Standards:
  Familiar with ASME, European, and UK codes and standards. Sy
• stems Engineering:
  Experience or awareness in Systems Engineering is a plus. Pers

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nal Specification/Attributes:
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• sults-Oriented:
  Independent, proactive, and results-focused team player. Or
• ganization:
  Strong organizational skills, handling confidential nuclear information professionally. Ed
• ucation:
  Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in engineering. Pr
• ofessional Registration: CEng in a relevant discipline or working towards it. Se
• curity Clearance: SC Clearance or ability to achieve it.
  
  Addit

o the nature of the work, applicants must meet UK security clearance criteria.

Ready

to make a difference in the nuclear engineering world? Join us and be a part of the future of nuclear and fusion innovation! We ar

e committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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