Mechanical Equipment Engineer - Nuclear

About the role

ALTEN, a global engineering and technology consultancy, is looking for a Mechanical Equipment Engineer to support the delivery of complex mechanical equipment packages across major industrial, energy and infrastructure programmes. The role suits engineers with experience in the design, integration, manufacture, installation or delivery of mechanical equipment and machinery, working closely with engineering, manufacturing, supplier and project teams.

Key responsibilities

• Support the delivery of mechanical equipment packages throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate technical activities between engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturers and stakeholders.
• Review and manage technical documentation, specifications, drawings and equipment data sheets.
• Support equipment design, procurement, manufacture, installation and commissioning.
• Monitor package progress against schedule, cost and technical requirements.
• Manage technical queries and support problem resolution during design and manufacture.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Support supplier engagement, factory acceptance testing (FAT) and equipment inspections.
• Participate in design reviews and multidisciplinary engineering meetings.
• Identify risks and issues affecting package delivery and support mitigation actions.
• Work with project controls and project management teams, and contribute to continuous improvement and lessons learned.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Project Management, or equivalent military experience.
• Experience in mechanical engineering, equipment delivery, manufacturing or industrial projects.
• Desirable: experience in waste management, recycling, industrial processing, energy, nuclear or manufacturing sectors, and in installation, commissioning or testing.
• Desirable: knowledge of procurement and supplier management, familiarity with safety-critical or highly regulated environments, and experience in multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Required skills

• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles and equipment design.
• Experience with shredders, compactors, conveyors, material handling, process equipment, pumps, industrial machinery and heavy industrial equipment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating suppliers, manufacturers or contractors.
• Understanding of quality assurance and engineering documentation processes.

What we offer

• A personalised career path and a diverse range of engineering projects and industries.
• Private medical insurance, life insurance and pension scheme.
• Cycle and tech scheme, employee assistance programme and social events.
• Flexible way of working depending on the role.

The role may require security clearance, and ALTEN welcomes applications from the Armed Forces community and supports diversity and inclusion.