Graduate Mechanical Engineer

A Graduate Mechanical Engineer role developing nuclear engineering designs through 3D modelling, detailed drawings, calculations and technical documentation.

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at Orano Limited, some of the specialist tasks you could be involved producing are:

• 3D modelling 

• Develop concept design ideas into viable solutions through to detail design

• 2D detail design drawings – to BS8888

• Collaborative working with other disciplines/Clients

• Mechanical Handling/Flow diagrams

• Production of engineering specifications and documentation

• Site visits (project dependent international travel)

• Mechanical engineering calculations

• Working closely with Mechanical Engineers 

• Working with/to engineering (British and international) design standards and codes 

• IMechE support and mentoring

Requirements

Qualifications

• MEng (Hons) / MSc in a Mechanical/Nuclear Engineering field.

Transferable Skills

• Communication: Confident to speak in client meetings, and actively listening to others.

• Problem-Solving & Critical Analysis: Using a logical and analytical approach to troubleshoot issues.

• Teamwork & Collaboration: Working well with others, building good relationships, and sharing responsibilities.

• Organisation & Time Management: Prioritising tasks, meeting strict deadlines, and managing your own workload.

• Enthusiasm & Adaptability: Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and adjust quickly to changes in the workplace.

Additional 

The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK, and be willing to undergo a security vetting process. Offers of employment will be subject to relevant security clearance being granted.

Travel to other Orano offices and client sites may be necessary. You should be willing to work flexibly to accommodate project and client requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary

• Private Medical Insurance at Single, Partner and Family levels

• Non Contributory Pension Scheme

• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing by 1 day per year of service up to a cap of 30

• Group Life Assurance of 4 times annual salary and Group Income Protection scheme for long term sickness

• Enhanced Maternity Pay

Orano Group

Working on current and future challenges to power and preserve our world, build the one of tomorrow, and improve life for our communities - that’s exciting for you. For us, too. By joining Orano, a leading international player in the nuclear sector, you’re in the right place.

Every day, employees at Orano work to produce efficient and reliable nuclear energy, fight climate change, find solutions that conserve natural resources, and advance progress in healthcare.

Our strengths are throughout the entire nuclear fuel cycle: mastery of cutting-edge technologies, safe and high value-added products and services, specialized expertise, and strong innovation capabilities. These are just some of the qualities that showcase the exceptional skills of our 18,000 employees and their continuous learning, which we support. Diverse in profiles and experience - proof of our openness to all talent - they share the same ambition: to unlock the full value of nuclear energy.