Remote Senior Mechanical Engineer Job in Blackburn, UK Assystem

Who you are

• Previous work in nuclear, thermal power, oil and gas, or other regulated sectors.
• Experienced with steam turbines, condensers, feedwater heaters, pumps, and piping systems.
• Strong background in thermal power systems, from FEED to detailed design and EPC delivery.
• Skilled in developing procurement specifications and collaborating with equipment suppliers.
• Extensive technical experience in thermal power or similar projects.
• Proficient at engaging with internal and external stakeholders.
• Capable of identifying and managing critical interfaces on major projects.
• Proficient in UK Health and Safety regulations, safety systems, HAZOP, and engineering standards.
• Knowledgeable in ASME, European, and UK codes and standards.
• Experience or awareness in Systems Engineering is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in engineering.
• CEng or working towards it.
• SC Clearance or ability to achieve it.

Desirables

• Independent
• Proactive
• Team-focused
• Strong organizational skills
• Professional
• Strong background in thermal power systems
• Skilled in developing procurement specifications
• Extensive technical experience in thermal power or similar projects
• Excellent at engaging with internal and external stakeholders
• Capable of identifying and managing critical interfaces on major projects
• Proficient in UK Health and Safety regulations
• Knowledgeable in ASME, European, and UK codes and standards
• Experienced with steam turbines
• Experience with condensers
• Experience with feedwater heaters
• Experience with pumps
• Experience with piping systems
• Experience or awareness in Systems Engineering is a plus

What the job involves

• The Senior Mechanical Engineer shall oversee various Turbine Island design development activities.
• Assess supplier deliverables to ensure they meet requirements by critically evaluating designs.
• Create and review Process Flow Diagrams, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Layout Drawings, Sizing Calculations, Datasheets, and Specifications.
• Lead and review optioneering studies, Decision Record Files, Design Descriptions, and Requirement Specifications.
• Develop and review Functional and Design Requirements using Systems Engineering principles.
• Integrate Turbine Island design seamlessly into the broader power plant.
• Provide technical support for Turbine Island interfaces and stakeholder activities.
• Participate in Design Reviews and HAZID/HAZOP studies with multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with the safety team on nuclear safety licensing and environmental planning/permitting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory H&S policies, project quality, and the Quality Management System.

Application process

• Meet UK security clearance criteria