Mechanical Design Engineer - Gas Transfer Systems
Sector: Government & Defence Job Type: Permanent Work Hours: Full Time Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer - Gas Transfer Systems Closing Date:
5th February 2025 Location:
RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with
free onsite parking . Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time (80%) working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Packages: Junior Engineer (E.g. New graduate with limited experience):
£37,860 - £39,500 Experienced Engineer:
£42,000 - £50,000 Working pattern:
AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider
flexible working requests
to fit your lifestyle. Let us introduce the role The
Gas Transfer Systems (GTS) team
within AWE is looking for an innovative, creative, and highly motivated
Mechanical Design and Test Engineer
with excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, and collaborative team working skills. The successful applicant will contribute to the design, development, assembly, and testing of gas storage and delivery systems for nuclear warheads. The role will support current and future programmes of work at AWE. Responsibilities will include: Providing technical direction, leadership, and undertaking process governance throughout the project lifecycle (PLM). Leading and delivering technical documents, reports, and presentations including specifications, design reviews, operational documents, and validation evidence for engineering solutions. Championing the development of current and new technologies or capabilities. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: An HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Design). Significant experience within a mechanical engineering role (preferably a design position) with good knowledge of mechanical engineering theory and practice. While not a checklist, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Working within a mechanical laboratory and an understanding of associated regulations; working within a high-pressure gas environment. Knowledge of pressure vessel design and industry design codes. Product testing and validation. Trials or research engineering. Design for manufacture. GD&T. Professional registration at IEng or CEng level or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has a wide range of benefits to suit you, including: 9-day working fortnight
- meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme
(we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies:
Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for
Professional Career Development
including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme
and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance
(4 x annual salary). Discounts
- access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy
including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces), and caring. Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, fit with our values, transferable skills, and experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please apply; we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE.
The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1-stage process.
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Sector: Government & Defence Job Type: Permanent Work Hours: Full Time Job Description
Mechanical Design Engineer - Gas Transfer Systems Closing Date:
5th February 2025 Location:
RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with
free onsite parking . Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time (80%) working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Packages: Junior Engineer (E.g. New graduate with limited experience):
£37,860 - £39,500 Experienced Engineer:
£42,000 - £50,000 Working pattern:
AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider
flexible working requests
to fit your lifestyle. Let us introduce the role The
Gas Transfer Systems (GTS) team
within AWE is looking for an innovative, creative, and highly motivated
Mechanical Design and Test Engineer
with excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, and collaborative team working skills. The successful applicant will contribute to the design, development, assembly, and testing of gas storage and delivery systems for nuclear warheads. The role will support current and future programmes of work at AWE. Responsibilities will include: Providing technical direction, leadership, and undertaking process governance throughout the project lifecycle (PLM). Leading and delivering technical documents, reports, and presentations including specifications, design reviews, operational documents, and validation evidence for engineering solutions. Championing the development of current and new technologies or capabilities. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: An HNC/HND or Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Design). Significant experience within a mechanical engineering role (preferably a design position) with good knowledge of mechanical engineering theory and practice. While not a checklist, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Working within a mechanical laboratory and an understanding of associated regulations; working within a high-pressure gas environment. Knowledge of pressure vessel design and industry design codes. Product testing and validation. Trials or research engineering. Design for manufacture. GD&T. Professional registration at IEng or CEng level or equivalent experience. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has a wide range of benefits to suit you, including: 9-day working fortnight
- meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme
(we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies:
Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for
Professional Career Development
including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme
and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance
(4 x annual salary). Discounts
- access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy
including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces), and caring. Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, fit with our values, transferable skills, and experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please apply; we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE.
The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1-stage process.
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