Company Description
⚡️💡 About Assystem
At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With 55+ years in high-integrity sectors, our 7,750 global Switchers combine engineering excellence and digital innovation to tackle complex challenges. We are a top-three nuclear engineering company globally, delivering bold solutions for a low-carbon future.
🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?
As one of the world’s top three nuclear engineering firms, Assystem empowers you to work on flagship low-carbon projects like Hinkley Point C. You'll join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and shaping the energy landscape of tomorrow.
Job Description
🚀 The Job Mission
The role is primarily focused on mechanical engineering, working closely with other disciplines and multiple on‑site stakeholders, including contractors (main suppliers and sub‑suppliers), Construction, Quality, Project Management, and Design teams (both on site and in the JDO back office).
⚡ Manage queries, non‑conformances, change requests, and exemption requests raised by the MEH Contractor.
⚡ Ensure nuclear safety and environmental regulatory requirements are met.
⚡ Provide technical assessments and support to the integrated project team on contractor queries.
⚡ Perform nuclear safety and environmental categorisation of technical queries.
⚡ Challenge engineering decisions to ensure design solutions align with overall project strategy.
⚡ Coordinate technical support from external organisations when required.
⚡ Support the resolution and closure of open technical points.
⚡ Identify, assess, and manage technical risks.
⚡ Maintain strong working relationships with EDF EPR Engineering (Responsible Designer).
⚡ Report operationally to the Engineering Lead.
Qualifications
🛠 Essential Skills and Qualifications
🛠 Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
🛠 Quality assurance/control experience on major construction / installation projects
🛠 Understanding of pressure systems and piping/welded steelwork
🛠 Familiarity with RCC-M, BS EN, ASME codes and QA/QC documentation
🛠 Strong site-based experience with fabrication/installation inspections
🛠 Proficient in writing accurate, concise site reports and diaries
🛠 Broad engineering construction industry knowledge across materials and methods
✔️ Desired Skills and Qualifications
✔️ Appreciation of NDT methods and safety documentation
✔️Experience in system design, mechanical design, installation and/or commissioning.
✔️Knowledge of reinforcement cage fabrication or structural steel interfaces
✔️ Familiarity with bilingual site communication (French a plus)
✔️ Prior experience on nuclear or large-scale infrastructure projects
Additional Information
Why Join Us?
🌍 Work on a landmark European project
✈️ International exposure and collaboration
📈 Influence quality strategy at scale
💼 High-impact role within a global supply chain
🚀 Opportunity to leave a lasting legacy🌟 Your Benefits Package
🏖️ 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you
💰 8% Company Pension Contributions
🛡️ Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more
💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
🎁 Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands
📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green
💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees
❤️ Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time
We are 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