Process Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear (Contract)

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

1/7/2025

Working with one of BakerHicks' key clients in the Nuclear sector, working in a highly regulated environment, subject to strict security and safety requirements, this client provides customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle.

You will join our client project as a Process Mechanical Engineer and will have the opportunity to develop your expertise while contributing to projects that ensure operational excellence and adherence to stringent regulatory standards.

This role is a 12 month+ contract and will require 3 days onsite at the end client facilities.

What You Will Do

• Support the development, review, and improvement of engineering processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance with nuclear safety standards.
• Conduct process simulations and analysis to identify areas for optimization.
• Assist in creating process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Ensure processes adhere to national and international nuclear regulations (e.g., ONR, IAEA, or NRC guidelines).
• Maintain detailed documentation for audits, licensing, and compliance purposes.
• Participate in hazard analyses, risk assessments, and safety case reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve process issues.
• Provide technical support during commissioning, start-up, and routine operations.
• Monitor process performance and recommend improvements to enhance safety and efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, presentations, and project proposals.
• Contribute to project planning, budgeting, and scheduling for process-related tasks.
• Support the delivery of projects within agreed timelines and budgets.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Knowledge of process engineering fundamentals, including thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer.
• Familiarity with industry-standard software tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, MATLAB, AutoCAD).
• Strong understanding of safety, quality, and environmental considerations in a regulated environment.
  
  

Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors.

The successful candidate must currently hold SC security clearance for this role as required by our client.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering, and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks.

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport.

And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry.

BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company. BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.