Position: Mechanical Engineer (Turnkey)
Reference: EDFJP00003401
Location: Hinkley Point C, Nr Bridgwater, Somerset.
Arrangement: 40 Hours per week/8 Hour days- Permanent
Work arrangement: Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office, 2 days at home.
NUVIA UK's Technical Services & Consulting department is fast growing with hybrid opportunities available up and down the country. We're striving to create a multidisciplinary team to offer our clients the best range of talent.
BPSS clearance will be required at basic level. Prior clearance will not be transferable.
Hinkley Point C is a transformative infrastructure project for the UK, offering large scale, reliable, zero carbon electricity, boosting regional economies and building a foundation for future clean energy systems. NUVIA is a key part of this mission.
The Joint Design Office (JDO) has been created to reinforce the HPC site-based engineering to quickly respond to engineering queries and problems coming from site construction, to deliver the schedule and to deliver an increased scope of work. A primary benefit of this organisation is to save time for construction on site by having reactive answers and solutions to pursue their activities.
Vacancy Overview
Reporting to an Engineering Lead within the Review & Acceptance Branch of the JDO, the post-holder will be an experienced Mechanical Engineer, contributing to the review and acceptance of engineering queries raised by the site Contractor on the Equipment scope across the CI/BOP and Nuclear Island buildings.
The role will be focused on the Turnkey discipline dealing with various Turnkey contractors delivering in both NI and CI-BOP areas but will be interfaced with other disciplines and with several parties, such the site Contractors (composed of main suppliers and sub-suppliers), Construction teams, Quality teams, Project Management teams, or Design teams (embedded within the JDO organisation on site, or in back office).
Key Responsibilities
* Responding to General Queries, Non-Conformances, Change Request, and Exemption Requests originating from the Turnkey Contractor on site, with the support of the Responsible Designer or site Experts when needed.
* Provide adequate oversight to ensure the Nuclear Safety and Environmental Regulation requirements are met.
* Challenge design decisions so that engineering and design aligns with the project strategy.
* Assist in co-ordinating support from other external organisations.
* Contribute to the resolution and closure of Open Points.
* Assess technical risk and subsequently address this risk.
* Maintain a strong relationship with EDF EPR Engineering (Responsible Designer)
* Report operationally to an Engineering Lead.
The Skills
* Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Extensive experience in Equipment design, installation and/or commissioning.
* Experience applying multi-disciplinary technical knowledge within the nuclear industry.
* In-depth knowledge of the construction / installation industry.
* Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including CDM and Nuclear Site License requirements.
* Experience in the understanding of welding engineering
* Ability to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, particularly those in a site environment.
* Ability to work independently, be pro-active, report on and escalate relevant issues.
Why us?
Employee Staff Benefits:
* 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
* Private Medical Scheme*
* Employee Share Scheme
* Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electrical Vehicles, Technology and Cycle to Work
* 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21w SMP)
* 25 days holiday (increasing to 28 days after 5 years' service, 31 days after 10 years' service)
* Option to buy, sell and carry over up to 5 days annual leave per year
* In partnership with trade unions
* Personal Development & Further Education Support
* Long Service & Recognition Awards
* Free Employee Assistance Programme
*After 1 year of service.
NUVIA UK - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.
NUVIA UK is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.
NUVIA UK is committed towards equality in employment.