Principal Mechanical Engineer

Veolia Nuclear Solutions UK’s vision is to work collaboratively to produce world class technical solutions that support a cleaner and safer planet.

As a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer, with significant expertise and experience within the nuclear sector, the Principal Mechanical Engineer will take complete ownership of projects relating to the delivery of world class technology solutions for handling systems in complex hazardous environments. In a client-facing role, including travelling to nuclear sites and facilities across the UK and internationally, the Principal Mechanical Engineer is expected to take responsibility for the design and delivery of projects, including the specification, design development, detail design, and documentation, as well as design change management and conducting risk assessments.

Key elements of this role are:

Supporting Technical delivery:

• Supporting the delivery of design activities for projects including Design for Manufacture and Design Specifications for Sub-contractors.
• Assisting, when needed, with the development of testing and commissioning procedures for sub-assemblies and full electro-mechanical systems.
• Identify areas for technological advancement and maintain excellent engineering standards.
• Conduct risk assessments of processes and tasks.
• Support project teams to work closely with tight deadlines to ensure that engineering standards are maintained.
• Support the generation of technical documentation.
• Escalate and manage programme risks and issues, by performing root cause analysis and help to resolve problems.
• Lead design review activities and assist with preparation including review and approval of documentation.

Supporting Bids and procurement activities:

• Assist in the development of specifications for the Supply Chain team.
• Support the sales and business development teams by adding technical excellence to proposals and presentations.

Mentoring and coaching:

• Provide technical expertise to the project teams.
• Supervise and work with engineers supporting, mentoring, coaching, developing and nurturing talent.
• Maintain knowledge of new technologies and research in the field and share best practice with the engineering team.

H&S & Quality Assurance:

• Supporting the Technical Leads on the implementation of governance and safety directions.
• Ensuring that Veolia SHEQ Policies and procedures are adhered to within the scope of work.

Business Development:

• Support development of technology strategy and product offerings for the business.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify business improvement opportunities within the organisation.
• Ensure an effective interface with other departmental staff is maintained.
• Consistently promote high standards through personal example and roll out through the team so that each member of the team understands the standards and behaviours expected of them.

• Proven experience within mechanical engineering – comfortable designing bearing and motor/gearbox systems, rotating and linear machines, etc.
• Significant experience of working with companies within the UK nuclear sector, ideally including nuclear plants.
• Experience of hazardous waste, and a familiarity with mechanical/remote-handling systems is preferred.
• Experience presenting to and liaising with clients.
• Competent with CAD and PLM system usage.
• Degree qualified in a relevant field.
• Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. This role requires specific technical skills and experience, and we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.

Veolia Nuclear Solutions

Veolia is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, or gender expression, disability, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or veteran status. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.