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Mechanical Project Engineer

Amentum

On-site
Bristol, UK
Full-time
Mid Level
Salary not listedPosted 3w ago

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Job description

Amentum is hiring a Mechanical Project Engineer — a full-time, based in Bristol, UK role. Apply directly on Amentum's careers page below.

Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: UK-Bristol

Remote Type: On-site

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

At Amentum, we're not just solving problems; we're engineering the future. Our team is driven by an unyielding commitment to innovation, integrity, and collaboration, tackling some of the most significant challenges in science, security, and sustainability. If you're passionate about making a real impact and want to be part of a community that values ethical excellence, this is the place where your ambition can thrive.

Here, we believe that success comes from continuously pushing boundaries and working together to deliver on our promises. We embrace challenges with confidence and are dedicated to creating a secure and vibrant future for all.

We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity to work as a Mechanical Project Engineer on the Hinkley Point C project.

The role of the Mechanical Project Engineer is site based and will report to the Construction Manager.

The candidate will be required to work in line with the Amentum construction team's working rotation. This consists of 10 days on site with a 4 day weekend, starting on a Tuesday and finishing the following Thursday. The candidate will receive overtime and weekend pay rates in line with the site ESCA agreement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ensure works are installed as per the specified design

  • Where installation issues arise develop an engineering resolution as per the change process

  • Analise/review Survey data to ensure as built state is with permitted tolerance.

  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawing, translate product drawings into actionable process information and develop design ideas and plans successfully

  • Use your own initiative and experience to bring issues to a prompt resolution.

  • The ability to quickly understand the new scope and give guidance on the most efficient installation methodologies.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

  • Role specific degree or NVQ L6

  • Experience of carrying out design reviews, technical submissions and compliance.

  • Experience using CAD & NavisWorks software

  • A chartered level of qualification is desirable. Graduate or other post holders not meeting these criteria should provide evidence of extensive experience working in programme and project environments

  • Membership of a relevant professional body such as the ICE or an engineering institution is preferred

  • Mechanical & Structural engineering experience is essential and Civil Engineering experience preferable but not essential.

Any offer of employment will be strictly subject to the relevant security requirements for the role being met. This means that you will need to have, or be able to obtain, Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance and either Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. The security clearance process may require non-British nationals or dual nationals (i.e. those with British and another nationality) to be subject to additional evaluation, depending on nationalities held and the nature of the work to be carried out.

Our Culture

Our values are built on a strong foundation of safety, integrity, and respect for every individual. People are at the heart of our mission, and we believe in supporting one another through a culture of care and collaboration.

We strive to create a workplace where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Supporting mental wellbeing and fostering a sense of connection are essential to how we work.

When we embrace different perspectives and work together, we become more innovative, more agile, and more successful.

We partner with VERCIDA, for greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact michael.oliver@global.amentum.com 

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Frequently asked questions

What skills are required for Mechanical Project Engineer at Amentum?

The required skills for Mechanical Project Engineer at Amentum include: Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Project Management.

What is the seniority level for Mechanical Project Engineer at Amentum?

Mechanical Project Engineer at Amentum is a Mid Level level position.

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