MECHANICAL AND PIPING ENGINEER / BRISTOL UK

Work environment

You will join a recently created Tractebel entity with very ambitious goals and exceptional projects. Created to support New Build projects localised in the UK, the entity’s mission is to promote Tractebel as a key player of the nuclear business in the UK.

The Consortium SICOS (composed of Tractebel, Egis and Setec) is in charge of the design and detailing of the reinforced concrete structures of the Nuclear Island of Hinkley Point C (HPC) Nuclear Power Plant, currently one of the world’s largest construction projects.

HPC is set to be the benchmark for future construction of similar projects in the UK. This is a great way to be exposed to the latest technology and digital construction methods with 3D BIM rebar modelling on such a large industrial project.

You will be part of a dynamic, highly motivated and multicultural team. This position is a great opportunity for you to develop your professional and personal skills and work on a globally recognised project.

Job profile

• You manage the various aspects of structural integrity assessment of mechanical components related to BSi, RCC-M and ASME Section III Codes for the construction/operation of new/existing nuclear power plants. 

• You carry out calculations of mechanical and piping components, including classified components. 

• You conduct finite element analysis for thermal and pressure fatigue evaluation of mechanical and piping components according to RCC-M and ASME requirements. 

• You support our clients to safely restart their nuclear power plant units through prompt and sensible assessment. 

• You assist the project managers and the client in meetings and technical discussions. 

• You take charge of the calls for tender, the technical and economical comparison between bids, the awarding of contracts, the review of external studies. 

• You conduct the follow-up of the contracts, including interface management. 

• You write component technical specifications (performance, scope of supply and limits of supply definition, design requirements, applicable criteria to be fulfilled, etc.). 

• You perform possible temporary missions in France and/or Belgium or assignments to our client’s integrated team. 

Skills: 

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements: 

• Education: A mechanical engineering degree (MSc/ MEng) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; Achieved or working towards Chartership (CEng)  

• Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in structural analysis and design of mechanical components, preferably in the nuclear power field 

• You are familiar with international codes and standards (BSi, Eurocodes, RCC-M, ASME) 

• You are able to study the response of structures (mechanical and piping) under static and dynamic loading. 

• You are experienced in general purpose finite element and structural design software (such as PIPESTRESS, BEAMSTRESS, ANSYS, SYSTUS...) for static or dynamic loading, linear or non-linear analysis. 

• You are proficient in drafting technical documents. 

• You are proficient in English language. Knowledge of French is a plus. 

• Personal attributes: you are methodical, conscientious, organized, team-player, innovative, client-oriented. 

What we offer

• Opportunity for a quick career progression in a dynamic and challenging environment;
• Autonomy and flexible work patterns;
• Site allowance for working on site office;
• Complementary trainings to develop your skills inside our team;
• Profession membership subscriptions - Subscription fees for one relevant professional institute per person per annum to support your career development;
• Generous holiday allowance of 28 days plus bank holidays.
• International career evolution.

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