Mechanical Engineer - Pressure Systems, Preston
Client: Westinghouse Electric Company LLC.
Location: Preston, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: a2e4aaba977f
Job Views: 7
Posted: 12.08.2025
Expiry Date: 26.09.2025
Job Description:
Join the future of nuclear energy with Westinghouse Electric Company, a leader in innovation and expertise shaping tomorrow's power industry.
At Westinghouse, innovation is our core. We are creative, think differently, and reimagine possibilities daily within the nuclear sector.
As a Mechanical Engineer (Pressure Systems), you will provide specialist technical support and advice, including design assessment and examination of pressurized and hazardous content systems at the Springfields Fuel site. This is a site-based role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide independent design verification for new, in-service, and repaired equipment within categories such as pressure vessels, bulk hazardous content equipment, piping systems, and mechanical safety accessories.
* Create and amend Written Schemes of Examination for pressure and hazardous content systems.
* Approve quality plans and concessions related to manufacturing and repair of equipment.
* Lead technical reviews related to changes in Schemes of Examination.
* Provide technical guidance across the organization on relevant categories.
* Organize and plan contractor inspection resources.
Qualifications:
* Graduate Mechanical Engineer or equivalent, working towards registration, with relevant pressure/hazardous content systems experience.
* Experience with pressure system inspections following PSSRs.
* Ability to interpret national and international codes and standards for pressure vessels and piping systems.
* Incorporated Engineer status or working towards professional registration.
* Thorough understanding of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations and Pressure Equipment (Safety) Regulations.
* Good understanding of NDT techniques.
Why Westinghouse?
We provide a supportive environment with amenities, benefits, and training to help you achieve your goals. Our UK employees can expect:
* Attractive remuneration
* Life insurance
* Pension plan
* Learning and development opportunities
We promote community participation and team-building activities to foster strong bonds and inspire growth.
Learn more about Westinghouse by visiting our website.
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