Senior Mechanical Engineer (Client Side)

Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Client Side) – NUVIA, Bridgwater, United Kingdom

Location: Hinkley Point C, Nr Bridgwater, Somerset. Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days per week in the office, 2 days at home. 40 hours per week. Permanent role.

Responsibilities

• Produce technical reviews recommending procurement of spare parts for mechanical, electrical and I&C equipment.
• Present technical reviews to stakeholders to seek endorsement.
• Ensure alignment with commissioning and maintenance program needs.
• Manage project phase equipment obsolescence.
• Develop initial engineering solutions and recommend procurement of components.
• Deliver and develop processes for how we will conduct business in the project phase and in plant operation.
• Own the procurement of Strategic Spares, producing technical reports recommending strategic spares based on ODC guidance.
• Provide oversight during manufacturing by attending works such as FATs and RRMs.
• Support delivery and storage arrangements for strategic spares.
• Manage the standardised spares list, ensuring spares are delivered in line with commissioning and maintenance need dates.
• Maintain interfaces and develop technical & functional relationships with other HPC departments, EPR Family Stations, and EDF Energy’s Nuclear Business.
• Research operating experience from wider industries applicable to the HPC project and promote its use to enhance HPC performance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Process Engineering or similar field; 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Previous background in the nuclear industry is essential.
• Ability for occasional travel to supplier and client facilities.
• Driven and self-motivated; you will be supported but will rapidly take on responsibility in different areas.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Excel.
• Ability to read technical drawings, reports and information from various data sources.
• Ability to develop and follow procedures.
• Experience of working in a project environment.
• Experience dealing with a wide range of suppliers and customers (UK based and international).
• Excellent report writing skills (Technical Business Cases).
• BPSS clearance will be required at basic level; prior clearance will not be transferable.

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 (+21 weeks 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

NUVIA UK – a subsidiary of VINCI Construction – 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 committed to safety, innovation, and excellence with a strong equality in employment policy.

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