Design Engineer

1 month ago


Avonmouth, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Astute's Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a leading provider in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Design Engineer for its Avonmouth and Cranfield site.

The Design Engineer role comes with a salary up to £35,000, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth.

If you're passionate about innovation, sustainability, and contributing to a safer and cleaner energy future, this is your chance to join a company committed to excellence and advancing nuclear technology worldwide. Explore the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, integrity, and the pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. Submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties
Reporting to the Design Lead you will:

Create technical documents like 2D/3D designs, calculations, and bills of materials.
Manage the design process from concept to detailed design.
Ensure all project requirements are met and design reviews are completed.
Work closely with other teams to gather requirements and feedback.
Make sure safety and health regulations are followed in the designs.
Produce high-quality design deliverables (CAD drawings, documents, etc.).
Handle design changes and maintain accurate records.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

Qualification in Mechanical/Design Engineering (HND or equivalent).
Experience with CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
Understanding of engineering standards, safety, and quality procedures.

Personal skills

The Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:

Familiarity with ISO drafting standards, Eurocode 3, and FMEA/HAZOP.
Experience in the nuclear industry and/or Pressure Equipment Directive.
Strong skills in hand calculations and Excel.

Salary and benefits of the Design Engineer role

Salary up to £35,000
25 days annual leave per year raising to 28
8% Employer pension contribution
Individual and family private health care
Life assurance

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful


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