The Role

 
As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will be reporting to the Mechanical & Electrical Discipline Lead within the Review & Acceptance Branch of the JDO, contributing to the review and acceptance of design engineering queries raised by site Contractors on the Pools, Tanks, Liners and Steelworks (PTLS) scope. This scope covers mainly the design rework during manufacturing and construction phases of the reactor containment liner, the reactor pool and the spent fuel pool, the different large tanks and the secondary steelworks installed across all buildings
 
Your focus will be on the mechanical design discipline, and will be interfaced with several parties, such the site Contractors (composed of main suppliers and sub-suppliers), Construction teams, Quality teams, Project Management teams, or Design teams (embedded within the JDO organisation on site, or in back office).

 
Your main responsibility will include: 

 
•    Responding to General Queries, Non-Conformances, Change Request, and Exemption Requests originating from the Contractors on site, with the support of the Responsible Designer or site Experts when needed.
•    Ensure resolution and closure of Design Open Points.
•    Provide adequate oversight to ensure the Nuclear Safety requirements are met.
•    Assesses technical risk and subsequently addresses this risk.
•    Report operationally to the PTLS Engineering Lead.
 

The Skills

•    Experience in the mechanical design and welding engineering.
•    Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
•    Experience applying multi-disciplinary technical knowledge within the nuclear industry.
•    Knowledge of the construction / installation industry.
•    Ability to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, particularly those in a site environment.
•    Ability to work independently, be pro-active, report on and escalate relevant issues.
 

Competitive Salary & Benefits

At EDF we’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives. We’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.  

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.

 
Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.  

Why EDF? 

Together, we can beat the climate crisis.  Together, we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.   

When it comes to saving the planet, everyone’s talking the talk these days. As Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity, we’re not just talking about it, we’re doing something about it.   

At EDF every single one of us is 100% committed to reducing the UK’s carbon emissions to Net Zero. We’re generating the right mix of low carbon electricity to power the nation today and building the low carbon infrastructure Britain will need tomorrow.    

Our people form a 10,000+ strong community, rich in diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We empower our people with the skills they need to build a successful career and to bring our purpose to life in their work.  

Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.