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Electrical Engineer Energy from Waste Northwich, UK Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 D.O.E     Introduction The Electrical Engineer functions in a mid-level engineer capacity, or technical specialist. Under general supervision, performs all aspects of conventional design engineering and analysis. Broadens knowledge and skill set in area of discipline. May start to expand knowledge into other disciplines and/or functional areas.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Preparing a variety of moderately complex engineering deliverables
• Continuing to learn and remain current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and company policies and procedures
• Perform complex research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or material selection
• Preparing complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
• Provide support for multiple projects on complex technical challenges
• Understand and adhere to budget, schedule, and quality requirements 
• Initiating contact with other disciplines as needed to identify and coordinate details of the work
• May assist with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experienced in engineering calculation and design
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in EfW and/or construction
• Able to satisfy criminal/civil background checks

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 D.O.E
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Exciting new £480million EFW plant

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02393 919492 to speak to Mpilo Mkhize who can tell you more.     INDPOW

Business Development Manager Southampton / South Coast Up to £40,000 + car allowance Bonus scheme Introduction… Astute are partnered with a highly successful, family-owned luxury hamper business who are on the lookout for a Business Development Manager to join their team. The main purpose of the role is to support the business in its drive for continuous financial growth, in line with their long-term strategic goals. This can be a home-based position, but candidates should be able to get to the office in Dorset when requested and are expected to be on the road as much as possible to optimise the development of new business opportunities. Roles & Responsibilities As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Identify and develop potential business opportunities, following up on leads within the logistics sector over telephone, LinkedIn, email campaigns and site visits.
• Take ownership of the sales funnel across the entire sales process - from lead to close.
• Maintain client relationships and continually develop trusted partnerships to optimise profitability.
• Expand relationships with customers by proposing solutions that meet their objectives.
• Represent and promote the company brand and its values to differentiate the company and it’s services from­ competitors.
• Work alongside the operations team keeping informed of client plans and challenges being faced.
• Full job description available on request

Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Excellent sales experience, including developing, managing, and implementing new business services.
• Strong desire to succeed and generate business
• Knowledge of logistics / warehouse industry would be an advantage
• A full UK driving licence and flexible approach to work is essential

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Up to £40,000 basic salary
• Generous car allowance
• Bonus scheme based on business performance
• Opportunity to join a highly successful family-owned business with exciting long-term expansion goals.

How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391332 and ask to speak to Megan who can tell you more.  

Piping Design Group – Mechanical Engineer Location: Bristol (minimum 3 days in the office) Salary/range, per annum: (Depending on experience)

• Minimum range: £55,000
• Maximum range: £65000

The Opportunity  EPR-E is a joint venture between EDF and Framatome, an EPCC established in 2018 in charge of the design (basic design) and the realization (studies, procurement, erection, testing and commissioning) of nuclear islands for new projects in France and worldwide. In particular, EPR-E is responsible for the design and construction of the nuclear island for the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project and prepare the design replication and engineering activities for the Sizewell C (SZC) Project. There are opportunities to support the growth and long-term capability of EPR Engineering by bringing talented mechanical engineers into our organization with a growth mindset and an enthusiasm for delivering one of the most significant infrastructure projects on the planet. Primarily, we all seeking to support our piping design capability with the immediate posting but are keen to invest in our employees with diverse growth opportunities throughout their careers. The role EPR-E UK Piping team is in charge of the detail design of 300km of piping network of the HPC Nuclear Island, up to the issue for fabrication and with additional support provided through to erection on site. Our goal is to safeguard our organisation’s technical capability with talented and growth-oriented individuals who are keen to develop their technical competency in the field of piping engineering for Hinkley Point C and future UK nuclear projects. Future opportunities for growth and skill development will exist across the wider piping and equipment department and beyond in the expanded EDF operational organization as the project progresses for those candidates with the right attitude and skill set. Successful candidates will start as engineers in one of our piping design teams, working with CAD designers and other team engineers on the timely production of piping design models and deliverables on the HPC Nuclear Island scope, ensuring the piping design is executed accurately, respecting system requirements, specifications and configuration changes. This will frequently involve collaborative work with execution design, procurement and equipment contracts along with other multi-disciplinary design teams to support design delivery in accordance with site construction schedules. Largely being in the post-handover phase of design delivery, our Piping Engineers are responsible for integration of design changes, final equipment design and outstanding open points into the delivered design models. They are expected to contribute to (and where required by seniority manage the team contribution to) the Open Point and UK Design Change management processes for their designated areas, ensuring that impacts to the design are properly categorized and logged prior to their resolution. The engineers are also expected to engage in continuous learning improvement and the identification and correction of non-conformances in the design. Senior engineers within the team will be expected to adopt positions of technical responsibility and coordinate the delivery of engineering teams as required. They are also expected to participate in the mentoring and training of junior team members, and collaboration with parallel disciplines, to maintain the piping design capability of the organisation. They are expected to act as an example of positive behaviours expected from all team members. Exact responsibilities will vary depending on technical scope and level of experience but are expected to include up to the following:  

• Deliver the piping work packages for UK nuclear projects, ensure adherence to specifications, delivery/design processes and QA, including participation and chairing kick off meetings;
• Drive maturity of design and closure of issues to agreed delivery schedule, and that the hand-over package fulfils the quality and maturity requirements given by the Project;
• Report on work pack delivery while managing team-lead and client expectations
• Mentor junior and new members of the team to ensure delivery quality and growth of team capability
• Active engagement and pursuit of deliverable quality, process adherence and continuous improvement within the team
• Adhere to Design Change and Open point management procedures in the execution of design changes and oversee the modelling of piping & support design in the 3D model;
• Working with CAD designers in the preparation of CAD tasks and completion sign-off;
• Undertake investigations for emergent design issues, referring to points of technical authority and actively engaging in other teams;
• Aggressively pursue timely closure of design change contributions from the multi-disciplinary team, escalating issues where appropriate in pursuit of timely delivery of the work packs.
• Adhere to the design specification and component catalogues
• Propose technical solutions to issues that are found on the generic design concept;
• Effectively communicate with the different stakeholders in the design delivery workflow (calculation team, layout, equipment)

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Mechanical Engineering degree or suitable diploma;
• Understanding of process plant;

• Demonstrable track-record of technical work delivery to quality and time;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Very good interpersonal skills;
• Proactive and self-motivated in completion of tasks;
• Ability to meet commitments and deadlines;
• Able to follow project engineering procedures;
• High level of technical coordination

Desirable Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Knowledge of piping engineering and plant design principles in process industries;
• Prior experience in nuclear piping design delivery to RCC-M nuclear codes
• Knowledge of EPR Engineering structure and technical management processes
• Knowledge of Aveva PDMS/E3D or experience with similar plant design packages

Competitive Salary & Benefits    

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a steel structure company in the Energy from Waste sector who are looking to recruit a Construction Manager on a contract basis on a project in the West Midlands.        Key skills required for the Steel Structure Construction Manager    

• Overlook all activities of steel structure beam preassembly, assembly and pre installation
• Supervision of foremen on site
• Ensure back logs plans are finalized
• Must hold an SMSTS
• Leadership experience – 4/5 years minimum
• 2 years minimum steel structure experience
• Engineering background / knowledge (beneficial)
• Must hold coordination and communication skills on site
• Ideal experience on an EFW or similar sector  

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Steel Structure Construction Manager   

• West Midlands
• £400 per day
• Immediate Start

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a leading provider in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Design Engineer for its Avonmouth and Cranfield site. The Design Engineer role comes with a salary up to £35,000, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth. If you’re passionate about innovation, sustainability, and contributing to a safer and cleaner energy future, this is your chance to join a company committed to excellence and advancing nuclear technology worldwide. Explore the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, integrity, and the pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. Submit your CV to apply today.                    Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Design Lead you will:  

• Create technical documents like 2D/3D designs, calculations, and bills of materials.
• Manage the design process from concept to detailed design.
• Ensure all project requirements are met and design reviews are completed.
• Work closely with other teams to gather requirements and feedback.
• Make sure safety and health regulations are followed in the designs.
• Produce high-quality design deliverables (CAD drawings, documents, etc.).
• Handle design changes and maintain accurate records.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Qualification in Mechanical/Design Engineering (HND or equivalent).
• Experience with CAD software (preferably SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
• Understanding of engineering standards, safety, and quality procedures.

Personal skills The Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Familiarity with ISO drafting standards, Eurocode 3, and FMEA/HAZOP.
• Experience in the nuclear industry and/or Pressure Equipment Directive.
• Strong skills in hand calculations and Excel.

Salary and benefits of the Design Engineer role

• Salary up to £35,000
• 25 days annual leave per year raising to 28
• 8% Employer pension contribution
• Individual and family private health care
• Life assurance

   

Graduate EC&I Engineer – Nuclear/Decommissioning Chorley, Lancaster Up to £25,000     Introduction Our Client is one of the UK's leading providers of Environmental solutions to the nuclear sector, offering a full range of Waste management, decommissioning and land remediation services to their customers.  As such, they are looking for Graduate EC&I Engineers to join their growing Engineering team, based in Chorley. Working as a Graduate EC&I Engineer, you will be exposed to a variety of different projects, allowing you to broaden your knowledge and experience across a wide range of Engineering disciplines, to ultimately focus on an area of your choice. They offer an exciting opportunity to develop your skills while receiving excellent support and training from experts in the field.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Graduate EC&I Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Participating in a wide range of projects from decommissioning to design and testing new equipment
• To deliver on project briefs, taking ownership with support and guidance from Senior EC&I Engineers
• To provide updates on projects according to the development of work, through design and procurement to build and commissioning.
• Support across other projects when needed.
• Personal growth and development
• Any other duties as required  

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• MEng, BEng, HND or DipHE in electrical engineering
• Experience of AutoCAD
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good communication and ability to work collaboratively

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary up to £25000
• Opportunities for occasional hybrid working
• Chance to work on a variety of projects
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 07441 391 419 to speak to Laura who can tell you more.     INDNUC

Astute’s Power Team is partnering with P&I, a power solutions provider committed to customer care, service, safety and the development of its people, to recruit a Project Manager for its Havant, Hampshire site.

The key Project Manager role comes with a salary of £40,000–£50,000 DOE, a supportive working environment and opportunities for professional development and success.

If you’re a Project Manager with an engineering or supervisory background and are looking to work for an organisation that puts safety, integrity, teamwork, quality and customer care at the heart of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Project Manager role

Reporting to the upper management, you will:

• Lead the planning and execution of multiple projects concurrently, ensuring successful completion within defined timescales and financial parameters.

• Create and manage detailed project plans covering scope, objectives, deliverables and schedules, while identifying and mitigating potential risks.

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with contract specifications, including quality, timescales and costs, and is properly authorised and documented.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to allocate resources, define project tasks and achieve project milestones.

• Plan resources effectively to maximise utilisation of personnel while minimising material and equipment costs.

• Ensure all staff working under your supervision operate safely and comply with company and site-specific health and safety requirements.

• Take responsibility for consistent project delivery, including high-quality services and effective operational team time management.

• Manage contractual performance in line with approved budgets, KPIs, performance monitoring systems, output specifications and contractual requirements.

• Manage the project supply chain in a cost-effective manner.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with client representatives and managers.

• Ensure all technical information is available when required for design and construction delivery.

• Work closely with Design and Installation teams to interpret drawings and specifications, schedule project activities and ensure final documentation is submitted on time.

• Work with Design and Installation teams to develop method statements and risk assessments.

• Manage health, safety and environmental matters across projects under your control.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Proven track record in Project Management, ideally with an engineering or supervisory background.

• An industry-recognised Project Management qualification.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients, supply chain partners and team members.

• A flexible approach to working and willingness to travel.

• A full UK driving licence.

Personal skills

The Project Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Adaptable and able to respond effectively to changing circumstances and challenges.

• A team player with a positive, can-do attitude who is willing to get involved and take ownership.

• Self-motivated, customer-focused and proactive in solving problems.

• Able to multitask and effectively prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

• Committed to delivering high standards, quality service and strong attention to detail.

• Aligned with P&I’s core values of safety, integrity, positivity, raising the bar and teamwork.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role

• £40,000–£50,000 DOE

• Supportive and high-performing team environment.

• Opportunities for professional development and success.

• Tools and resources to help you thrive in the role.

• The opportunity to make a real impact within the power industry.

• A culture built around safety, integrity, continuous improvement, teamwork and customer care.