Amentum will inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes , plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

About the Opportunity

We employ the UK's most experienced and skilled technical services professionals and has grown to over 8,000 people in locations across the UK - we provide the resources to turn great ideas into reality, and we offer capable and committed individuals the opportunity to shape their careers how they wish.

Hinkley Point C (HPC) is the first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK in over 20 years, HPCs two EPR reactors will be capable of generating 3.26GW of secure, low carbon electricity for 60 years, enough electricity to power around 6 million homes. In addition to the projects ‘clean energy’ benefits, HPC will create thousands of jobs and bring lasting benefits to the UK economy.

We are currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer to work in the Pre-Construction Team at HPC plays a critical role in preparing the site and systems for the complex installation phases of the nuclear power station. Their work ensures that construction activities are well-planned, documented, and compliant with nuclear safety standards before physical installation begins.

The role will be focused on the Mechanical discipline but will be interfaced with other disciplines and several other parties such as the site Contractors (composed of main suppliers and sub-suppliers), Construction teams, Quality teams, Project Management teams, and Design teams. 

Key Responsibilities:

-          Deliver Mechanical construction work packs.

-          Conduct constructability reviews

-          Determine key materials needed to unlock installation phases and coordinate their availability.

-          Request surveys and temporary devices.

-          Ensure all construction documentation aligns with the latest project specifications and nuclear safety requirements.

-          Support continuous improvement initiatives to streamline procedures and enhance safety and efficiency.

Education, Experience and Skills:

-          Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.

-          Experience in Mechanical system onsite installation

-          Proven track record of progressing from hands-on trade roles into supervisory or site management position will be an advantage

-          Ability to read and interpret construction drawings / BIM models

-          Knowledge of the construction / installation industry

-          Understanding construction sequencing of mechanical installation.

-          Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including CDM and Nuclear Site License requirements.

-          Ability to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, particularly those in a site environment.

-          Ability to work independently, be pro-active, report on and escalate relevant issues.

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centered on inclusion and diversity.

We partner with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility, please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.