Framatome is a major international player in the nuclear energy market, recognised for its innovative solutions and value‑added technologies for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees worldwide, Framatome helps customers improve the safety and performance of their nuclear plants.
The Mechanical Technician will provide operational support to all current and future project activity within the Cranfield Lab and workshop facilities, including building, commissioning, maintaining, and operating test rigs and facilities to meet customer expectations and using current methods and best practice. Liaising with engineering and project management teams to take design drawings and details and build measurement systems, typically in extreme pressure, flow or heat conditions.
Responsibilities
* Assemble and install mechanical components, machinery, and equipment in accordance with technical drawing, piping and instrumentation diagram and technical specifications
* Operate the various test rigs and fixtures to perform validation and verification tests on customers assemblies
* Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test rigs, machinery and specialized systems
* Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues, identifying and replacing faulty parts
* Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders to ensure efficient and right first‑time delivery of systems
* Health and safety is paramount; all activities will be undertaken with safety as the driving focus
* Maintain accurate records of maintenance and calibration activities
* Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of machinery, equipment and test rigs to ensure optimal operation
* Repair or replace worn or malfunctioning parts and equipment
* Read and interpret engineering drawing, documentation and technical manuals
* Collaborate with other technical teams to ensure the successful delivery of project outcomes
* Ensure all safety standards and regulations are maintained to create a safe working environment
* Create detailed documentation of all activities to ensure work is traceable and calibrated and project outcomes are reported back to the project stakeholders
Profile
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Fitter or similar role
* Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
* Proficiency in using hand and power tools
* Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
* Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
* Physical stamina and ability to work in various conditions (e.g., confined spaces, heights, etc.)
* Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedure environment
* Enthusiastic and committed, willing to work within tight timescales
Education
* GCSEs in Maths and English
* BTEC
* Apprenticeship in Engineering Maintenance at NVQ Level 3
* Experience within a manufacturing or service environment
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days)
* 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
* Individual and family private health care
* Dental insurance for individual
* Cashplan – Level 2 cover
* Life assurance (4x salary)
* Employee assistance programme (EAP)
* Income Protection
* Professional Body Membership
* Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
* Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
* Babbel – learn a new language
* Generous Family leave, Maternity and paternity 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay
Job location
United Kingdom, Cranfield
Travel
No
Job family
Standard
Minimum level of education required
Technical Certificate / Diploma
Minimum level of experience required
Experienced
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