Mechanical Engineer

Bridgwater, England, United Kingdom

1/9/2025

Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA). NRS is responsible for decommissioning first generation nuclear power stations Berkeley, Bradwell, Chapelcross, Dungeness A, Hinkley Point A, Hunterston A, Oldbury, Sizewell A, Trawsfynydd and Wylfa, and research sites Harwell and Winfrith. NRS is also responsible for electricity generation at hydroelectric plant Maentwrog. As a division of NRS, NRS Dounreay is responsible for the clean-up and demolition of the former centre of fast reactor research and development.

NRS is an exciting place to be, and this role is the perfect opportunity for you to be part of our challenging mission - to safely and successfully manage the UK’s civil nuclear legacy on behalf of the nation. To deliver our commitment, we need people like you who want to perform at an industry leading standard and be part of a team that continues to develop, innovate and even exceed our greatest achievements.

At NRS, we understand, and acknowledge the value of an inclusive working environment, and celebrate the diversity this brings to our workplace. Without this approach, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are now, being able to safeguard and secure the future of our organisation.

About The Role

Hear from the Hiring Manager

“The System Engineering team is made up of a group of highly skilled and multi-disciplined Engineers who manage the safety, operability, reliability and maintenance of the plant and equipment at Hinkley point A.

This Mechanical Engineer/LOLER position is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to become a focal point of Mechanical engineering expertise and ownership for a portfolio of assigned plant systems and/or assets with higher nuclear, radiological, environmental or business significance.

We would like to welcome an individual that can bring drive and enthusiasm to deliver a comprehensive engineering service to customers and stakeholders, maintaining long term safety, performance, reliability, material condition and compliance.”

Please note this role is based onsite at Hinkley Point A with parking available. The contractual hours are Monday to Thursday, 07.25 - 17.00, perfect for someone looking for a four day week.

Key Deliverables

• Provide the focal point and ownership for a portfolio of assigned systems and/or assets.
• Be responsible for the management and systems surrounding LOLER.
• Maintain an engineering strategy for the assigned systems and/or assets to deliver long term health.
• Make recommendations for system and/or asset investments and assist in achieving the work
• Carry out and record routine system inspections and walk downs.
• Record, trend and analyse system performance monitoring data as appropriate and take the necessary corrective actions.
• Maintain a good overall knowledge of the safety case as it applies to the assigned systems and know the functional requirements, key limits and conditions for safe operation.
• Produce and/or approve relevant documentation for assigned systems such as Technical Specifications, Work Instructions, Method Statements, Plant Item Operating Instructions, Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments.
• Produce and Manage modification proposals and act as the Nominated Responsible Engineer (NRE) for plant modifications.
• Act as a consultant for projects undertaken on assigned system providing proactive technical support and ensuring smooth handovers to and from projects.
• Deputise for Section Head when required.
• As a customer-focused individual, the post holder will be expected to support delivery within his or her range of skills, knowledge, experience and competence.
• Comply with the site’s Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies, procedures, work instructions and risk assessments and support the continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards.
• Work flexibly within the team and support and mentor other System Engineers to optimise the safe delivery of all specified Lifetime Plan activities to the required quality, time and cost parameters.
• Carry out timely investigation of events and review on-site and off-site events via the Operational Experience Feedback process, ensuring that relevant learning points are applied to assigned systems.
• Undertake delegated responsibility for the Design Authority and site intelligent customer when required.
  
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum National Qualifications Framework NQF level 5 (essential); preferably a relevant Degree (NQF Level 6) or working towards (desirable).
• Membership of a relevant Engineering Institute (desirable).
• Chartered Status (desirable).
• Significant experience in a practising disciplined Engineering role (Mechanical, Electrical, C & I or Civil) on industrial plant (essential).
• Significant nuclear and conventional plant operation and/or maintenance experience (essential).
• Detailed understanding of relevant Company and/or national engineering standards (essential).
• Working knowledge of the Safety Rules and detailed knowledge of risk assessment methodology (desirable).
• Detailed knowledge of relevant Site Licence and Quality Management System requirements (desirable).
• Contract Management experience (desirable).
  
  
  

Additional Information

Please be aware this role holder requires security clearance, or the ability to obtain said clearance.

There is a requirement to live within a commutable distance to the sites where the role is based. For central/multi-site roles, we have various hubs across the UK and can be flexible with base location.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, included and able to perform at their best.

At Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS), we are committed to creating a workplace that is diverse and inclusive, we therefore particularly welcome applications from Women, Black, Asian and Ethnic Minorities, LGBT+ and candidates with a disability as they are all underrepresented in our workforce.

We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.