Project Mechanical Assistant

This position is for a Mechanical Assistant who will work a multi-year contract on a United Kingdom (UK) nuclear infrastructure programme for which Bechtel are providing the Project Management and Engineering services.

This project is at the conceptual design phases driving a programme involving a multi-billion-pound investment in nuclear and non-nuclear facilities.

The Mechanical Assistant will be a proactive and driven individual who will support the Discipline Mechanical Engineers for engineering activities related to the planning, design, execution, and closeout of mechanical activities.

You will also support the wider design team.

You will be responsible for understanding customer requirements and supporting the technical guidance presented by the design team.

You will be supporting the quality of technical information coming out of the design team, ensuring that it is relevant, timely and accurate.

You will assist in detailed design engineering efforts, which may include the delivery of technical documents, execution of engineering schedule activities, quality checks, and overall project delivery.

You will have the ability to work independently or as part of a small team, use engineering judgment, and learn new approaches to solving problems.

In addition, you will help others in resolving technical or procedural problems or issues.

The role will be based primarily at Aldermaston UK, however travel to Bechtel’s London office (near Covent Garden) may also be required.

Flexibility in work locations includes three days per week working at the project site and two days working from home or the Bechtel office.

This arrangement will change as project needs adjust.

The position is open to United Kingdom (UK) Nationals only.

This position is also subject to a successful interview and agreement upon terms and conditions of employment.

Major Responsibilities: Work under the supervision and guidance of respective vertical leaders and will work closely with team leads and supervisors for day-to-day activities as follows:

• With training provided, expected to assist in preparing weekly/monthly reports/activities including developing and utilizing databases, and various other reports.

• Shadowing and learning from experienced professionals in the field.

• Assisting with day-to-day tasks and projects.

• Participating in training sessions and workshops to enhance skills.

• Conducting research and analysis as required.

• Contributing innovative ideas and solutions to ongoing projects. Education and Experience Requirements:

• Ideally, educated to A Level Standard, or equivalent, being compliant with degree entry requirements Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Excellent skills in oral and written communication

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office

• General understanding of mechanical design processes and deliverables.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Strong organisational skills.

• Relevant industry experience.

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