Job Opening Title Job type Non fixed term At Framatome we are a global leader in nuclear energy, recognised for delivering innovative, value-added technologies that design, build, maintain, and advance the world's nuclear fleet. With 22,000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide, we provide components, fuel, and control systems for nuclear power plants, along with a full suite of reactor services — all focused on improving safety, performance, and sustainability.Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%), we're driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK, our team is now over 500 strong — and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry, we're aiming continuing our growth journey. Now's your chance to join a company that's shaping the energy transition — where your expertise will matter, your growth will be supported, and your work will help power generations to come. What are we hiring for? We are seeking a JDO Piping Design Engineer to join our team in Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater to support with field design activities for the piping discipline within the HPC project. The role involves managing interfaces with multiple disciplines and resolving piping engineering issues encountered during on-site installation of pipework and associated supports. The engineer will ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards and project milestones while maintaining EPR-E procedures. What will you be doing? The main tasks will include both Piping Design tasks and Mechanical Calculation tasks: Piping Design role: Gathering input data. Engaging with various stakeholders (installation contractors, CW interfaces, other disciplines) to clarify issues. Producing site request technical assessment (RFI, FCR, NCR) concerning design issues on piping, support and anchorage scopes. Contributing to other teams (Layout, Transverse, etc…) by providing piping assessments or general guidance as required. Proposing appropriate and proportionate modifications if sizing criteria are not met. Closing open points and comments. Assessing and integrating modification coming from the stakeholders after packages handed over to JDO. Maintaining EPR-E’s QA procedures in delivering the design. Working with CAD designers/detailers in the preparation of the design drawings. Contributing to the update of site design documentation such as tolerance notes or catalogue of standard solutions. Mechanical Calculation role: Using calculation notes and guide drawings subcontracted to external companies. Perform analytical calculations and creating/running macros to assess the feasibility of modification. Perform piping flexibility calculations, piping support calculations, and finite element analysis (FEA) to address installation and operational issues using PipeStress, RSTAB
JDO Piping Design Engineer in Somerset employer: Framatome
Framatome is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Avonmouth where innovation and safety are at the forefront of the nuclear energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will benefit from extensive training opportunities, competitive benefits including generous annual leave and private healthcare, and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects that power a sustainable future. Join a collaborative team of dedicated professionals who are shaping the energy transition and making a real impact on the world.
