Mechanical engineer (m/w)

  • Full-time
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Region: South West UK

Company Description

Leader in Engineering and Enterprise IT Services, ALTEN has near to 60,000 employees, 88% of whom are engineers. Present in more than 30 countries, the Group supports its customers' development strategies in the fields of engineering, innovation, R&D and technological information systems.

Why choose ALTEN?

The opportunity to take part in the greatest technological challenges;
Close support in a collaborative work environment;
A genuine career accelerator in France and internationally.

Job Description

What will you be doing? 

As a Mechanical Engineer, you will join a team in Derby to support our activities within the Nuclear Sector.

Your main responsibilities will be: 

  • Create and optimize designs for various types of heat exchangers (e.g., shell-and-tube, plate, finned) to meet specific thermal and mechanical requirements.
  • Diagnose and solve operational issues related to heat exchangers, such as fouling, pressure drop, or reduced efficiency.
  • Oversee heat exchanger projects from concept to installation, coordinating with vendors, suppliers, and other engineering teams.

Who are we looking for? 

  • Familiarity with industry standards and safety regulations.
  • Ability to analyse complex problems, propose innovative solutions, and ensure designs meet project specifications and standards.

You are… 

  • Passionate about engineering 
  • result-oriented 
  • proactive

Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required: 

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical engineering , process engineering and thermal engineering or a related field
  • Proficient in relevant design and simulation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Solidworks, Catia).
  • Knowledge of grid codes, standards, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Fluency in english 

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