About this job

Our client is an international supplier of enrichment services and fuel cycle products for the civil nuclear industry, serving customers worldwide to provide low carbon electricity through nuclear generation.

Due to continued growth and thanks to solid financial back ups, they are currently looking for an experienced and innovative engineer to research, design & develop test equipment for various chemical operations and decommissioning projects.

In this newly created role, you will support the product line leaders in running associated technologies & processes, building the requsite capabilities & knowledge.

The successful candidate will be a “Gyro Gearloose” – someone with a creative, innovative and problem solving mindset. Your responsibilities will include:

• Develop innovative designs in response to mechanical and construction challenges by using own expertise but also in close cooperation with the supply chain. This should also include rapid prototyping, testing and agile implementation

• Design and develop mechanical 3D models for e.g. test rigs, vacuum systems and flexible automation (robotic) systems

• Preparation of risk analyses and approval documents and support with certification

• Implementation and documentation of tests and feasibility studies (capability studies) including definition of limit values

• Support the identification of new project opportunities for the specific product line. Execute the planning, mobilisation and delivery of R&D projects, in line with agreed scope, timeframes, budgets and service levels

• You will also support the identification of new project opportunities and execute the planning, mobilisation and delivery of R&D projects.

To be successful, the right candidate will possess:

• A Bachelors and/or Masters degree in a relevant Engineering subject (Mechanical, Chemical, Nuclear, Industrial Design, etc…)

• Experience in construction/installation/commissioning in a plant environment

• Demonstrable experience in creative and innovative design solutions, with a focus to constructability

• Experience with relevant recent development in manufacturing processes, technologies and materials

• Heavy/process/chemical industry or automotive background understanding of its safety and regulatory environment

• Hands on experience with designing/integrating/testing equipment, test rigs or complex automated installations

• 3D modelling (AUTOCAD/Solidworks or similar) capability / designing mechanical / process systems

The first interview will be a Teams conversation with the hiring manager followed by an on-site interview.

This is your chance to join a growing organisation in a rare & challenging position with excellent career progression opportunities.

Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

NB: These positions can be based in Germany or in The Netherlands. Due to the nature of the business, the successful candidates will have to reach a high level of security clearance.

Keywords: R&D, research and development, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, nuclear engineering, problem solving, creative, innovation, innovative, creation, design, design engineering, physics, technical lead, centrifgues, centrifuge management system, project management, uranium enrichment, industry, nuclear, subject matter expert, Germany, Netherlands, VRS8895FP