Senior Mechanical Designer (Client Side - 2116)

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We are currently recruiting for a Senior Mechanical Designer. This is an embedded opportunity, supporting one of our key clients within the Nuclear Industry.

Location wise, this is a hybrid opportunity, working from the client's office at Albion Square, Whitehaven, a minimum of 3 days per week.

Please note the ability to obtain BPSS level security clearance is essential, uplifted to SC prior to a start.

Role Description:

• Input to Optioneering, FEED studies and Basis of Design.
• Production of pipework and equipment layouts/ Fabrication Isometrics and steel fabrications detail drawings using Auto Cad R17 / 18.
• Production of Detail Drawings of Machine components using Auto Cad.
• Production of design schedules for pipes, valves and equipment.
• Production of CDM documentation i.e. Designer Risk Assessments, Installation Method Statements.
• Site surveys and production of survey reports.
• Input to man-hour estimates and project programmes / progress reports.
• Supervise and review the work of less experienced Designers.
• Checking of Mechanical design deliverables.
• Compilation of technical files for Pressure Equipment and Machinery directives.

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Knowledge of the Sellafield Ltd Management System (SLMS).
• Conversant with SL draughting procedures.
• Relevant drawing and document standards such as BS8888.
• Design of pipework and pipe supports in accordance with both SL and international piping specifications, standards and procedures. (e.g. ASME B31.3)
• Mechanical Design for nuclear brownfield projects.
• Experience with designing in accordance with Pressure Equipment and Machinery Directives and Pressure System Safety Regulations(preferred).
• Nuclear design in accordance with requirements of Ionising Radiations Regulations (IRR) (Preferred)
• Experience of design associated with Glove Boxes in a Laboratory/Analytical environment (preferred)
• AutoCAD.

Why us?

Nuvia - a subsidiary of VINCI construction - is an international company that operates across highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear and has a strong presence and history of delivery at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is a performance-driven company that is committed to the development of its people within a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.

Nuvia UK is committed towards equality in employment.

Entity

NUVIA is a branch of VINCI, the world's largest integrated concessions and construction group. NUVIA is more specifically the nuclear entity of the VINCI Group and is involved in the entire life cycle of nuclear facilities, from new build to decommissioning, maintenance and operation. NUVIA is constantly growing, with more than 2700 employees worldwide. On average, 100 men and women join us every year. Now, more than ever, we are looking for new talent to support the group's growth.