Mechanical Engineer

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The opportunity supports the UK submarine programme by undertaking safety and technical assessments of naval nuclear propulsion plant structures, systems and components, covering the full life cycle from concept design through decommissioning. Tasks may address design, manufacture/build, maintenance and operation, including plant life extension, to ensure the submarine flotilla continues to deliver the necessary capability safely.

• Providing formal independent nuclear safety and technical assessment of documents relating to nuclear propulsion plant systems and components, delivering assessment output in formal letters for safety and technical committees.
• Performing assurance activities (inspection, advice and assessment) for mechanical systems and components that provide nuclear safety functions in reactor primary and secondary systems, and dockside facilities.
• Representing Amentum at safety and technical meetings with clients, the plant authority, designers and safety case authors.
• Applying your personal skills and experience to other projects carried out by Amentum.

• Degree or Post Graduate qualification in an engineering or scientific discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to understand and deliberate on complex technical and safety arguments clearly and concisely, based on mature knowledge
• Developed communication skills both written and oral
• Good interpersonal skills to work as part of a team
• Willingness to travel if required for an individual project

• Professional Institution accredited
• CEng, or working towards CEng is preferable
• Knowledge of Pressurised Water Reactor systems for naval propulsion or civil power generation applications is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with code rules for construction of nuclear facility components, principally ASME B&PV Code Section III, would be an advantage
• Knowledge of ageing/failure mechanisms of high integrity pumps, valves and other reactor system components
• Experience with high integrity mechanical handling equipment in naval or civil nuclear or other safety-critical applications would be an advantage
• Experience of relevant mechanical design and safety standards
• Understanding of nuclear safety case requirements, including ONR SAPs and TAGs, would be an advantage

Our values stand on safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and support one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do and welcome flexible working where offered.

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• Entry level

• Full-time

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