Plant Layout Engineer

A career that will deliver change. Together, we’ll help Britain achieve net zero.

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  Bridgwater
• £40,000 - £50,000 plus benefits
• Permanent
• Full time/ part time

The Opportunity

The Joint Design Office (JDO) was created by EDF to reinforce Hinkley Point C’s (HPC) site-based engineering capability to allow for a quicker response to on site engineering queries and problems. Among its main aims, the JDO is committed to managing the changes to Civil, Mechanical and Electrical design during construction according to safety, quality, schedule and cost.

As a Plant Layout Engineer within the JDO, you’ll have the responsibility of supporting the construction of the European Pressurised Reactors (EPR’s) at HPC, by providing engineering assessments and technical solutions relating to the layout scope.

The Role

You’ll support the Layout Team Lead in the delivery of the layout programme, working closely with the Responsible Designer and the client (HPC) and it’s contractors in MEH, Equipment and Civil.

Specifically, you’ll be accountable for:

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  Supporting the construction of the two EPR’s on HPC
• Liaising with design teams producing technical assessments and solutions
• Assessing and listing the impacts of the site change on the layout design and on all other disciplines (Piping, HVAC, Electrical, Steelwork and Civil)
• Opening the dedicated change process to launch the implementation of the impacts
• Reporting achievements, progress and difficulties to the Layout Discipline Lead and additionally raising alerts on any aspects of the design when identified
• Contributing to the closure of design open points after the delivery of design packages to site

The Skills

To be successful in this role, you’ll be able to demonstrate the following:

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  Degree qualified or equivalent in a relevant technical discipline
• Good knowledge and understanding of general layout rules for an industrial project
• Experience in one or several areas of engineering: layout, piping engineering, mechanical, HVAC, safety, etc
• Excellent stakeholder management skills

Desirable:

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  Knowledge of the general operation of a nuclear power station and the associated safety aspects (in particular, aspects relating to flooding, fire, radiological protection, high energy line ruptures, etc)

Competitive Salary & Benefits

At EDF we’re dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives. We’re delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.

Please let us know if you’d like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.

Why EDF?

Together, we can beat the climate crisis. Together, we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.

When it comes to saving the planet, everyone’s talking the talk these days. As Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity, we’re not just talking about it, we’re doing something about it.

At EDF every single one of us is 100% committed to reducing the UK’s carbon emissions to Net Zero. We’re generating the right mix of low carbon electricity to power the nation today and building the low carbon infrastructure Britain will need tomorrow.

Our people form a 10,000+ strong community, rich in diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We empower our people with the skills they need to build a successful career and to bring our purpose to life in their work.

Join us and together we can help Britain achieve Net Zero.