Mechanical Engineer - IIA Design Reviewer
Type: Permanent
Reference: 225728483
Job Description:
Mechanical Engineer - IIA Design ReviewerLocation: Bristol, England (Hybrid)
Type: Full-time
Client / Project: Leading Global Technical Services Provider | Supporting Hinkley Point C (HPC)
About the Client:
Our client is an international leader in engineering, program management, and technical services, employing over 8,000 professionals across the UK. Operating extensively across the energy, defense, and nuclear sectors, they deliver high-integrity technical support, regulatory compliance, and design assurance for major UK nuclear new-build infrastructure.
Role Overview:
The Mechanical Engineer - IIA Design Reviewer performs technical surveillance and independent assessment of mechanical and piping design documentation for Hinkley Point C. Reporting observations to the Pressure Compliance Lead, this role ensures pressure equipment and nuclear piping designs conform to strict regulatory frameworks, pressure safety standards, and project design codes.
Key Responsibilities:
Design Surveillance: Conduct technical surveillance on mechanical and piping design documentation against project, statutory, and regulatory compliance standards.
Observation Management: Submit detailed surveillance observations, notify the Pressure Compliance Lead of technical issues, and participate in convergence meetings to resolve design non-conformances.
Risk Mitigation & Communication: Proactively identify potential design issues early to enable proactive mitigation; maintain clear, timely reporting across multidisciplinary teams.
KPI & Performance Tracking: Feed surveillance data and compliance metrics into central project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Candidate Requirements:
Education: Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent vocational training and experience).
Code & Industry Standards: Hands-on experience with nuclear/industrial piping and pressure design codes, such as EN 13480, ASME III, or RCC-M.
Regulated Design Background: Proven experience in mechanical/piping design review or surveillance within a highly regulated, safety-critical environment.
Industry Knowledge: Broad understanding of engineering construction practices, materials, trade methods, and UK statutory requirements.
Skills: Strong organizational and technical communication skills (knowledge of French is advantageous).
If this looks like a role of interest to you, do not hesitate to apply.
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