Lead EC&I Engineer in Birkenhead

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world. Based at our Capenhurst site, you will provide engineering services to Waste and Decommissioning (UNS) as both a Design Authority Intelligent Customer (DAIC) and in support of the development of new and existing plant. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, who is appointed as the Design Authority, this role shall help ensure that new plant introduced to site meets its regulatory obligations.

This role shall also underpin business cases for new plant by identifying and delivering engineering documentation for consumption by both internal and external stakeholders, including activities such as the selection of appropriate technology. There is also an expectation that this role shall directly contribute to the continuous improvement of business processes related to Engineering, support the Engineering Manager as required, conduct new business activities and assist in the development of junior engineers.

At Urenco we are committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we are looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences, along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide a project and design service within the Engineering department as required, in accordance with specified standards.
• Provide information and attend project meetings.
• Preparation of relevant design documents in accordance with design procedures, safety case and nuclear site license requirements.
• Produce appropriate specifications for contractors and manage their delivery.
• Control/supervise activities of contractors (up to 20 personnel, 5 external consultants), including Method Statements and Risk Assessments to ensure work carried out is to specification, on time, and compliant with procedures.
• Develop achievable project plans and schedules such that the proposed improvements and projects can be delivered in a safe and cost-effective way.
• Provide timely and cost-effective project design solutions to address the requirements of the customers, jointly developed user requirements specifications and project plans.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven track record in Electrical Engineering and construction design/controls on Nuclear Licensed Sites. Similar experience obtained while working on other high hazard sites considered.
• Experience of specifying/working with contractors.
• Experience of supervising managing staff/agency resources systems and processes that are present in Urenco.
• Thorough appreciation of international standards relating to engineering and design.
• Sound knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• Excellent IT skills including Windows and Microsoft applications, Documentum and SAP.
• Ability to use or learn to use specialist software packages (e.g. system modeling packages).
• Capable of producing high quality technical documentation including functional and technical specifications and project documentation.
• Ability to maintain and develop own technical knowledge to ensure the best, cost effective and safe solutions are proposed and implemented.
• Ability to assess problems, feasibility and develop practical solutions.

As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Salary £74,502 - £82,781
• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer's contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection.
• Education and training support, including mandatory health and safety courses and tailored training packages.

Security vetting: Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce: As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive.