Equipment Engineer

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General information

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Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative, digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance, the company designs, services and installs components, fuel, and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 15,000 employees work every day to help Framatome's customers supply ever cleaner, safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at www.framatome.com, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (75.5%), Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%) and Assystem (5%).  

Reference number

2024-15661  

Publication date

2/13/2024

Job details

Category

TA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAB - Mechanical, HVAC & Civil Work coordination and management

Job Opening Title

Equipment Engineer

Job type

Non fixed term

BU description

Installed Base BU is in charge for Framatome's nuclear engineering and services for operating nuclear plants, for new build projects and for installations in decommissioning phase.

The Installed base BU has more than 60 years of international experience in all types of technologies on more than 380 reactors worldwide.

With 4,600 employees in 15 countries, the Installed Base BU has a strong identity and its vision is to: “Deliver innovative products and services by putting our high-level skills to work to guarantee throughout the world a safe and competitive, low carbon source of energy.”

Job description

EDF EPR Engineering UK (EPR-E) is a subsidiary of Edvance, which is a joint venture between EDF and Framatome, established in 2018 in charge of the design and the realisation of nuclear islands for new projects in France and worldwide.
In particular, EDF EPR Engineering UK is responsible for the design and support to construction for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project, but also for the Sizewell C project (SZC). EDF EPR Engineering UK works closely with EDVANCE and CNEPE in France, where the design of the EPR for HPC was initially developed and where some activities for HPC project still remains (i.e., safety, I&C).

On their side, EDVANCE and CNEPE are responsible of the design of the EPR2 and EPR1200, optimized EPR model incorporating the feedback from the ongoing EPR projects.

As part of the Responsible Designer for the Hinkley Point C EPR project, EDF EPR Engineering UK covers the whole scope of the plants the Balance of Nuclear Island (BNI) and the Conventional Island (CI) and Balance of Plant (BoP). EDVANCE still provides Engineering Design support for the Balance of Nuclear Island (BNI). CNEPE delivers similar works for the Conventional Island (CI) and Balance of Plant (BoP).
For the HPC project, we are currently looking to recruit for the role of Equipment Engineer.

The mission will aim to support the construction of the two EPR on HPC by:
Answering to requests coming from building and erection contractors on equipment discipline by:

  • Gathering all needed input for the answer,
    Producing technical assessment and solution, with supporting justification,
  • Liaising with design back-offices or execution designer when needed,
  • Assessing and listing the impacts of the site change on the equipment design,
  • Opening the dedicated change process to launch the implementation of the impacts

Reporting to the Equipment Discipline Lead achievements, progresses and difficulties and raising alerts on any aspects of the design when identified,

Contributing to the closure of design open points after the delivery of design packages to site,

Being part of JDO Equipment team, participating to Team meetings, sharing technical topics,

Contributing to build OPEX for other projects (SZC or EPR2),

Contributing to continuous improvement of the team.

 

In a near future, the Equipment Engineer will be the entry point in JDO side for some contracts and equipment (to be defined) and will be responsible to interface with all the stakeholders.

Positions following that of JDO Equipment Engineer can be in a wide range of nuclear engineering professions:
JDO Layout or Piping or HVAC Engineer
CMT erection engineer
Team Lead
Technical referent or development of a career in expertise

Profile

To be considered, the following qualifications, skills and experience is essential

  • Science, mechanical engineering degree qualified
  • First experience in Equipment design and constructions activities
  • Experience in equipment installation (site) or manufacturing
     

Preferred

  • Knowledge of EUROCODE, RCC-M code
  • Knowledge of 2D and 3D design softwares: PDMS, NavisWorks
  • Experience working in a multicultural environment
  • Knowledge of the HPC project or previous EPR and associated studies/doctrine is a real asset
     

Skills required

  • Experience in the management of transverse technical topics
  • Excellent Interpersonal skills, conscientiousness, organisation, writing ability.
  • Good organizational, writing and oral expression skills in English are essential for the realization of the activities of document production, steering and interfaces with the various correspondents.
  • Ability to prioritise, to manage numerous interfaces, to question and understand the imperatives of other downstream disciplines. Ability to meet commitments and deadlines.
  • Committed to deliver to cost, quality and schedule
  • Ability to cope in a technically complex and fast-changing environment, and to respond calmly and rationally to changing aspirations in a deadline-driven situation
  • Remains focused under pressure, thinking clearly and objectively
  • Strong planning and organising skills including the ability to manage several work streams simultaneously
  • Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and build successful relationships at all levels.
     
     

Languages (level)

  • English fluent (required)
    French – bonus

 

The Joint Design Office (JDO) is part of the HPC Engineering Directorate. The JDO gathered members from the Client and from the Responsible Designer. All members of JDO representing the Responsible Designer are part of EDF EPR Engineering. Within its scope of delegated authority, the JDO provides technical support to the HPC site for the resolution of technical challenges and issues arising during construction works as well as erection, commission and testing. The JDO is also in charge of the resolution of open points and design changes which haven’t been closed prior to site activities.

Benefits

At EDF we’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives. We’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.  

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.

 
Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.  

 

Why EDF? 

When it comes to saving the planet, everyone’s talking the talk these days. As Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity, we’re not just talking about it, we’re doing something about it.   

 

At EDF every single one of us is 100% committed to reducing the UK’s carbon emissions to Net Zero.

We’re generating the right mix of low carbon electricity to power the nation today and building the low carbon infrastructure Britain will need tomorrow.    

 

Our people form a 10,000+ strong community, rich in diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We empower our people with the skills they need to build a successful career and to bring our purpose to life in their work. 

 

Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.  

 

 

Job location

Job location

United Kingdom

Job location (site)

Aztec West

Job family

Standard

Applicant criteria

Minimum level of education required

Bachelor

Minimum level of experience required

Experienced

Employment level

Non cadre

Extra informations

Background checking required ?

Yes

Subject to drug testing ?

Yes