Lead Mechanical Engineer

Salary / Rate:

GBP 35.00-45.00 

Location:

Oxfordshire 

Rate:

Hourly 

Job Type:

Contract 

Sector:

Mechanical Engineering 

Date Posted:

08/06/2009 

Reference:

NESUK-52693 

Our client is a nuclear specialist, covering both civilian and defence sectors, across the complete lifecycle from new build, through operations and maintenance, to final decommissioning and waste disposal.
Description
We are currently looking for a Lead Mechanical Engineer responsible for delivery from a technical perspective. The role will be mainly geared towards technical design with some management responsibilities, likely 80% and 20% respectively.

Duties
� Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications

� Checking and approving design calculations of designers and other engineers within the team

� Lead design reviews, safety reviews (risk assessments/HAZOPs) from technical standpoint within discipline

� Close liaison with clients and project team to prepare technical specifications for the design, ensure quality and delivery of design documentation throughout the design process including scope of works, method statements and risk assessment. Upkeep of technical files and other documentation to comply with design standards, safety legislation and regulatory requirements of clients

� Management of installations, commissioning and operating documents. Allocation of work to ensure delivery of quality within budget and to deadline.

The suitable candidate will have a degree in relevant engineering discipline; chartered engineer status or progressing towards this. Membership of appropriate institutions is preferred. A full UK driving licence is essential as travel between offices may be required.

If you believe that you have the skills to apply for the above positions and would like to be part of a growing organisation we would be pleased to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and cover letter to Scott Davey - scott.davey@nes.co.uk