Mechanical Engineer (Piping and Supports Scope)

Mechanical Engineer – Piping and Supports
Hinkley Point C, Somerset
Full time, Long term contract, Hybrid

Job title:
Mechanical Engineer - Piping and Supports Scope – HPC Taunton

Description & Background:
This organisation is working on one of the UK's premier construction projects. HPC will consist of building 2 ERFP's and will significantly aid our future energy independence.
The joint Design Office (JDO) has been created to reinforce the HPC site-based engineering to quickly respond to engineering queries and problems coming from site construction, to deliver the schedule and to deliver an increased scope of work.
We are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer that will be focused on piping disciplines for the project.

Vacancy Overview
The post-holder will be a Mechanical Engineer, contributing to the review and acceptance of engineering queries raised by the site Contractor on the Piping and Supports scope across the Nuclear Island buildings.

Key Responsibilities
- Responding to General Queries, Non-Conformances, Change Request, and Exemption Requests
- Provide adequate oversight to ensure the Nuclear Safety and Environmental Regulation requirements are met.
- Challenge design decisions so that engineering and design aligns with the project strategy.
- Assist in co-ordinating support from other external organisations.
- Contribute to the resolution and closure of Open Points.
- Assess technical risk and subsequently address this risk.
- Report operationally to an Engineering Lead.

The Skills
- Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Experience in piping and support design, installation and/or commissioning.
- Experience applying multi-disciplinary technical knowledge within the nuclear industry.
- Experience in the understanding of welding engineering.
- 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.

This role offers hybrid working - 3 days in the office 2 days from home
Flexible with working hours to cater for travelling but generally 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
Pay £380 - £520 dependant on pay route

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