Process Engineer

Company: Assystem
Location: United Kingdom (Hybrid: 1-2 days remote per week)

About Assystem

Assystem is a global leader in nuclear engineering, with over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors. We support stakeholders in executing complex strategic infrastructure projects, prioritizing safety and security. With 8,000 experts across 13 countries, we offer comprehensive services throughout the project lifecycle, including engineering, project management, and digital solutions.

About the Role

Join our team as a Process Engineer and contribute to the innovative SMR (Small Modular Reactor) project. You will be instrumental in designing complex thermal and fluid systems for this commercially groundbreaking new build. Embrace innovation and play a key role in shaping the future of nuclear energy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze & Calculate: Support cooling water island systems using advanced analysis and calculation methods.
• Flow & Thermal Analyses: Perform static and transient flow and thermal analyses with sophisticated software tools.
• System Design & Integration: Assist in the design and integration of various critical systems.
• Documentation: Produce, review, and update essential system documentation.
• Control Philosophy: Define control strategies to optimize system performance.
• Component Sizing: Determine appropriate sizing for system components.
• Thermal-Hydraulic Modeling: Conduct detailed thermal-hydraulic calculations and modeling.
• Equipment Specifications: Formulate precise equipment specifications.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

• Over 55 years of experience in nuclear engineering.
• Ranked among the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies globally.
• Attractive social benefits, including an engaging Employee Committee and holiday bonuses.
• Access to ongoing training and numerous career development opportunities.
• Significant internal promotion rate: 70% of our managers are promoted internally.
• Hybrid work model: 1-2 days remote per week.

Qualifications:

• Education: Degree in Process or Chemical Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
• Skills: Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics.
• Experience: Proven experience in producing design documentation and test specifications.
• Software Proficiency: Expertise with PIPESIM, Flomaster, or other 1D CFD software.
• Security Clearance: Applicants must meet UK security clearance criteria.

About the Recruitment Process:

We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity. We will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment, or ask for sensitive personal information during recruitment. We champion equal treatment and foster diversity, believing diverse backgrounds and perspectives are essential for innovation.