Piping Calculation Engineer - Bristol, UK
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About the Role
As a Piping Calculation Engineer at Hinkley Point C, you will play a key role in completing the design phase of one of the UK’s most significant nuclear projects. You will be the specialist ensuring the integrity of a vast piping network that forms the backbone of the Nuclear Island. This is a hybrid role based at Aztec West, with flexibility to work from home; you will be expected in the office at least three days a week.
Who You Are
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex engineering concepts clearly in writing and speech.
* Strong mechanical engineering knowledge, including modal and static analysis, finite element simulations, and CAD design and modelling.
* Familiarity with industry standards, regulatory compliance, and nuclear project contexts (EPR or similar).
* Experience in technical coordination, piping support calculations, and end‑to‑end design projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Perform detailed piping calculations and assess supports under load scenarios such as dead weight, thermal expansion, and seismic activity.
* Oversee design changes, rework activities, and mitigation of open points to maintain project progress.
* Collaborate with design and delivery teams to ensure technical quality across disciplines.
* Resolve engineering issues pragmatically to keep the project moving forward.
* Ensure design outputs and modifications are delivered on time and in line with process requirements.
Pay, Benefits and Culture
Alongside a salary from £55,000, potential for an annual bonus, and a market‑leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, and experience days. You will work in an environment that values inclusion and offers support for disability confident applicants.
EEO Statement
Everyone is welcome at EDF; we are committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.
Closing date for applications
28th December 2025
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