Assystem Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Senior Process Engineer

Join the Fusion and Modular Nuclear Business Unit! The Process Engineer will support the design of complex thermal and fluid systems for the Rolls Royce SMR project. This exciting build project embraces innovation to deliver a commercially viable solution. The role involves analysis and calculation support across Turbine Island systems and contributing to an internal centre of excellence for analysis and calculation methodology. You will generate static and transient flow and thermal analyses using various software tools to demonstrate system performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Customer Focus: Ensure supplier deliverables meet requirements, challenging designs where necessary.
• Design Development: Create and review Process Flow Diagrams, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams, Layout Drawings, Component Sizing Calculations, and Specifications.
• Optioneering & Decision Making: Conduct and review studies and design documents.
• Systems Engineering: Develop and review functional and design requirements.
• Integration: Seamlessly integrate Turbine Island design into the broader power plant.
• Technical Support: Serve as the expert for Turbine Island interface and stakeholder activities.
• Safety & Compliance: Support Design Reviews, HAZID/HAZOP studies, and ensure adherence to H&S policies.
• Liaison: Collaborate with safety teams on nuclear safety licensing and environmental permitting.

Why Join Us?

• Over 55 years in nuclear engineering.
• Ranked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies.
• Attractive benefits, including employee engagement and holiday bonuses.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• 70% of managers promoted internally.
• Hybrid working: 3 days remote per week.

Qualifications:

• Experience in nuclear or regulated industries like thermal power, oil, and gas.
• Knowledge of steam turbines, condensers, feedwater heaters, pumps, and piping systems.
• Experience from FEED to detailed design and EPC delivery.
• Skills in procurement specifications and supplier collaboration.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills.
• Familiarity with UK Health and Safety regulations, safety systems, and HAZOP.
• Understanding of ASME, European, and UK standards.
• Systems engineering experience or awareness is desirable.

Additional Information:

• Security clearance: BPSS and SC required.
• Ability to travel within the UK to Assystem offices and client sites.
• Support major UK and international nuclear projects.

Ready to make a difference in nuclear engineering? Join us and be part of the future of nuclear and fusion innovation! We promote diversity and equal opportunity, valuing your unique contributions to shape the future.

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Industries

• Business Consulting and Services