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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 20 000 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: @Framatome_ and LinkedIn: Framatome.
Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI – 19.5%).
Reference number
2026-26361
Publication date
5/12/2026
Job details
Category
TA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAA - Design , engineering management & Systems engineering
Job Opening Title
JDO Layout CAD Deputy
Job type
Non fixed term
BU description
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK – Powering a Safer, Smarter Nuclear Future
Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 20,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.
Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is already 400 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.
Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come.
Job description
What are we hiring for?
We are seeking a JDO Layout Cad Deputy to join our team in HPC
What will you be doing?
Within this position you will be responsible for:
- Support the Layout CAD Team Lead:
o Checking the quality relative to the modification done by CAD Team on JDO-DT scope.
o Assigning activities to Layout CAD Team members (depending on the autonomy of the Designer, should be necessary to give a clear definition, a level of priority and a deadline)
o Managing and arbitrating workload
o Checking the activities performed by the CAD Designer (3D, redlines, deliverables)
o Validation of E3D modifications in validated databases.
o Improving CAD Team competences / skills.
- Modifying the E3D and TEKLA 3D-Model of the two plants, each time a change from site has a significant impact on the design (site compliant strategy), following the rules of modelling and checking consistency of the change. The modelling will be done on: Components and equipment, Civil structure, Steelwork, Pipework, HVAC ducts and components, Instrumentation, Electrical cable trays, boxes and cabinets, Supports;
- Carrying out detailed 2D and 3D modelling activities to support all disciplines to answer to site queries;
- Answering or contributing to answer to site requests by gathering all needed inputs, providing technical analysis and justification, by liaising with the engineering back-offices if needed and by evaluating the impacts of the request on the different disciplines;
- Contributing to the production of any technical document requested to support the construction (ex: Equipment Location Book, Layout Dummy Bedplate Drawing, and Review of Anchorages for Equipment…).
- Support the improvement of 3D tools through generation of dedicated programs/macros that can support the team efficiency by directly working on their development or supporting together with CAD Team Lead other CAD team members willing to develop them.
Acting under delegation of the JDO Layout Disciplines Lead, the JDO Layout CAD Deputy may be responsible for:
- Making sure that methods, referential, tools, process and delegated authority from the back-office teams are complied with.
- Produce in quality and quantity the necessary deliverables to support the project.
- Building strong relations with the different Back-Offices in Bristol/Paris.
- Interview of Layout CAD team members
The JDO Layout CAD Deputy reports to the Layout CAD Team Lead achievements, progresses and difficulties regarding his activities and raises alerts on any aspects of the design when identified.
Profile
What are we looking for?
Ideal experience for this position would include:
• Science, Master engineering degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in design and/or Layout topics in the following disciplines: civil work, layout, piping, HVAC, Elec.
• Deep knowledge and understanding of layout rules for nuclear project.
• Knowledge of the general operation of nuclear power station and the associated safety aspects (in particular, aspects relating to flooding, fire, radiological protection, etc.).
• Good knowledge 3D design software (E3D, PDMS, TEKLA and Navisworks);
• Experience working in a multicultural environment
• Knowledge of the HPC project and associated studies/doctrine is a real asset.
Languages (level)
• English fluent,
• French is a bonus.
Benefits
What’s in it for you?
· 25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) + Bank Holidays
· 8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
· Individual and family private health care
· Dental insurance for employees
· Cashplan – Level 2 cover
· Life assurance (4x salary)
· Employee assistance programme (EAP)
· Income Protection
· Professional Body Membership
· Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
· Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
· Babbel – learn a new language
· Generous family leave
Job location
Job location
United Kingdom, Bridgwater
Job location (site)
Hinkley Point C
Travel
No
Job family
Standard
Applicant criteria
Minimum level of education required
Master
Minimum level of experience required
Experienced
Employment level
Non cadre