Project Engineer

About the role

Hear from the Hiring Manager

“The Hinkley Vault Retrieval Project is one of the largest design and build contracts placed within NRS’s portfolio. It requires fitting large complex equipment into small spaces to enable retrieval and packaging of legacy wastes stored in site vaults. The technical complexity is immense, with the design incorporating: -

• Mechanical handling of heavy packages to tight tolerances
• Remote handling and sorting techniques
• Significant C&I integration
• Direct assay measurements
• Ventilation of heavily alpha contaminated air environments
• Imparting large loads onto old structures.

As a Project Engineer, you’ll be responsible for the technical delivery of the project, working collaboratively with contractors to undertake the detailed design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning work through to completion. The Project Engineer will also be required to interface with other projects within the Waste Projects Programme and the wider site delivery team.

Role will be initially based in the NRS Hub Bristol, but with requirement for regular travel to HPA site and supplier’s works. The role location will evolve to be more site focussed as the project advances.

Ideally, you'll have experience of delivering in a highly regulated sector as the nuclear industry has specific regulations, however, there will be training and support for applicants to assist in understanding these requirements. At its core, decommissioning is about delivering good technical solutions to complex multi-dimensional projects through sound engineering judgement and proactive teamworking."

Please note the contractual working hours are Monday - Thursday, 07.25 - 17.00. Perfect for someone looking for a four-day working week.

Key Deliverables

• Identify project functional requirements and stakeholder needs for assigned project. Monitor the evidencing of project technical requirements through the design development.
• Oversee production of contractor deliverables to ensure NRS requirements are met and configuration control maintained.
• Attendance and input into design reviews & safety studies.
• Develop concept design and fit for purpose engineering solutions for NRS scope.
• Manage detailed design activities in accordance with design authority standards, and CDM regulations.
• Prepare modification proposals as required and act as a Nominated Responsible Engineer (NRE) for plant modifications.
• Provide technical supervision of commissioning and/or decommissioning.
• Support development of training packages for future plant operation and maintenance teams.
• Manage the end of project hand over process to systems/operations ensuring that all drawings, instructions and training have been supplied as required.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the CDM Regulation requirements on designers which impact on safety, temporary works the environment and future safe decommissioning engineering solutions.
• Maintain site configuration control of appropriate documentation & drawings throughout project lifecycle.
• Comply with all Environment, Health, Safety, Security and Quality policies, procedures, work instructions and risk assessments and support the continuous improvement of Health, Safety, Environment and Quality on Site.
• Review of on-site and off-site events and root cause analysis to promote continued learning and improved working practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC, Engineering Degree or National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level 4 as a minimum (essential).
• Experience in a practising disciplined Engineering role (Mechanical, Electrical, C & I or Civil) on industrial plant (essential).
• Nuclear and/or conventional project engineering experience (essential).
• Understanding of relevant Company and/or national engineering standards (essential).
• Working knowledge of the Safety Rules and working knowledge of risk assessment methodology (desirable).
• Understanding of relevant Site Licence and Quality Management System requirements (desirable).
• Working knowledge of CDM Designer role (desirable).

Benefits Package

• Nuclear Restoration Services Limited (NRS) staff should refer to the document titled “Spot Point v Grade alignment” available on SharePoint for more information on how the grade structure aligns to Spot Points.
• Flexible working – where possible.
• The equivalent of 25 days (185 hours per year) annual leave plus Public Holidays (59.2 hours per year). This increases by 2 days (14.8 hours per year) annual leave after two full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year) , and an additional 3 days (22.2 hours per year) annual leave after five full calendar years of service (as at 5th January in the leave year). You also have the option to buy or sell the equivalent of 5 days (37 hours) annual leave each year (available in specific windows for the following holiday year). For the purpose of assessing an employee’s annual leave entitlement, a day means seven and two fifths (7.4) hours. A pro rata entitlement will apply for part time workers.
• Flexible benefits scheme – including cycle to work and reduced gym membership fees.
• Participation in Company Bonus Scheme (up to £5,750 per annum based on corporate objectives).
• Employee Assistance Programme including 24-hour telephone support & personal assistance service and access to an online wellbeing App.
• Up to 13.5% employer pension contribution depending on individual contribution amount.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (dependent on service).
• Access to training and development through the company performance management arrangements, supporting you in maintaining your personal Continuous Professional Development.
• We have various different employee networks supporting our inclusion, diversity and wellbeing mission at NRS.

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 have the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large volume of applications.

We are happy to talk flexible working where possible.