Astuteโsย Nuclearย team isย partnering with
ย a joint venture working on the Hinkley Point C project in Bristolย to recruit a Piping Calculations Engineer for its Bristolย office.
Theย Piping Calculations Engineer is business critical and will play a pivotal role in contributing to the completion of the HPC design phaseย role comes withย a salary ranging from ยฃ40,000 up to ยฃ55,000 dependant on experience.
If youโre a Piping Engineerย and are looking to work for an organisation spearheading the design phase of the HPC project, then submit your CV to apply today.
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Responsibilities and duties
Reporting to the you will:
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Conduct detailed piping flexibility and support calculations using industry-standard tools and methodologies.
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Perform mechanical analysis of piping networks to verify compliance with applicable design codes and standards.
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Identify and propose technical solutions when sizing or flexibility criteria are not satisfied.
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Develop and produce comprehensive technical assessment and calculation notes.
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Prepare loading description reports in coordination with system engineering activities.
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Validate civil work interfaces, equipment nozzle loads, and layout modifications, ensuring seamless integration with structural and mechanical systems.
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Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of calculation tools, procedures, and methodologies.
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Provide technical support and expertise to other engineers within the team and across international interfaces.
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Ensure all deliverables meet quality, safety, and project schedule requirements.
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Professional qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
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PhD or Degree in Mechanics or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
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Strong expertise in mechanical simulation, particularly finite element analysis (FEA).
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Strong understanding of piping stress analysis, materials, and structural mechanics.
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Hands-on experience with finite element tools.
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Familiarity with UK design standards and regulatory processes.
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Proficiency in ANSYS and special piping component calculations (fixed points, endplates).
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Experience with RSTAB, BEAM STRESS, and support calculations and CALTUY/Pipestress software. ย
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Knowledge of RCC-M code (section C3650) and damage modes.
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Minimum of 5 years' experience in piping calculation.
If you are a motivated engineer looking to take on challenging and rewarding projects, we encourage you to apply and become a vital part of our innovative and international team.
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Salary and benefits of the Piping Calculations Engineer
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Basic salary ยฃ45,000 - ยฃ55,000 DOE
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25 days annual leave per year raising to 28 (x1 day for 2 years service)
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Enhanced pension scheme
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Private & family health care schemes
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Other benefits including employee assistance programmes, income protection and professional memberships (1 per year).
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