Technical Lead Engineer - Valves
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About Assystem
At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With 7,500 Switchers globally, we combine our historical engineering expertise and project management with cutting-edge digital technologies to support the nuclear industry. We are one of the leading engineering firms shaping the future of clean energy and infrastructure.
Why Join the Community of Switchers?
When you join Assystem, you become part of one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. You'll work alongside industry experts, contributing to some of the most exciting and complex energy projects in the world. As a Switcher, you'll play a crucial role in driving innovation and ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of nuclear energy solutions.
Job Description
The Job Mission
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of nuclear power plant operating equipment. This role involves working closely with external suppliers and ensuring successful integration of equipment into the plant.
Your future team will rely on you for:
- Creating and amending technical specifications for new equipment scopes.
- Performing surveillance and approval of contractor deliverables and design activities.
- Supporting technical and project meetings with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Assisting in resolving multi-disciplinary technical issues, including addressing interface queries and design changes.
- Coordinating technical specialists for reviewing deliverables and resolving technical concerns.
- Reviewing and providing input on contract amendments and exemptions.
- Liaising with RD and client teams to ensure proper equipment integration.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Strong understanding of mechanical interfaces (piping, fluids, radioprotection, safety).
- Good knowledge of valves or fluid handling systems.
- Capable of producing high-quality technical specifications.
- Sound understanding of mechanical engineering regulations in safety-critical environments.
- Experience in managing equipment supply contracts.
- Previous experience working on large-scale industrial projects.
- Familiarity with UK nuclear industry standards would be a bonus.
- Experience with supplier qualification and surveillance activities.
- Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
Additional information
Why Apply?
Join a world-class engineering team that is shaping the future of nuclear energy. At Assystem, you'll work on groundbreaking projects, develop your expertise, and make a real impact on the energy transition. Take the next step in your career with us!
Benefits include:
- Hybrid Working Opportunity
- Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
- 25 days' paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
- Professional fees reimbursed
- Flexible working hours
- Employee referral scheme
- Location:
- Bristol, England, United Kingdom
- Salary:
- £100,000 - £125,000
- Category:
- Bio & Pharmacology & Health