Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics
Graduate Mechanical Engineer
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Project: MEH Alliance
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: TBC
Salary: Competitive Salary + benefits
Altrad is a leading provider of critical infrastructure services, supporting the safe, secure and sustainable delivery of the UK’s most critical assets.
With over 11,000 talented people worldwide, we deliver engineering, construction and maintenance solutions across highly regulated sectors including nuclear, defence, energy and industrial environments. Within the MEH Alliance, Altrad plays a key role in delivering Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC scopes on major nuclear new-build projects in Somerset.
Role Overview
We are seeking motivated and technically capable Graduate Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of mechanical engineering activities within the MEH Alliance.
This role will be based originally in our Bristol Office but can transition to site. The role will offer hands-on experience on a major nuclear new-build project within a highly regulated and safety-critical environment. Working as part of an integrated alliance delivery team, you will support mechanical design implementation, construction, installation and commissioning activities, while following a structured graduate development pathway toward professional accreditation and Chartered status.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of mechanical engineering activities across MEH work scopes
- Assist with the implementation of mechanical designs, specifications and work packs on site
- Support installation, inspection, testing and commissioning activities for mechanical systems
- Prepare and review technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, method statements and reports under supervision
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors and client representatives to support safe and efficient delivery
- Participate in site walkdowns, inspections and progress reviews
- Ensure mechanical works comply with nuclear regulatory requirements, project specifications and company procedures
- Promote a strong safety culture and comply with all health, safety and environmental requirements
- Support quality assurance, defect resolution and continuous improvement activities
- Actively engage in graduate training, mentoring and professional development activities
Key Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- Strong interest in mechanical engineering within construction, manufacturing or nuclear environments
- Good technical understanding and problem-solving capability
- Effective communication skills and ability to work within multidisciplinary site teams
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines in a site-based environment
- Willingness to work within a highly regulated and safety-critical industry
- Previous industrial placement or site experience is advantageous but not essential
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Security & Eligibility Requirements
Due to the nature of the projects and secure nuclear environment:
- Applicants must be Sole British Nationals
- Applicants must be eligible to obtain UK CTC (Counter Terrorist Check) security clearance
- Appointment is subject to satisfactory security clearance and background checks
Why Join Altrad at Sizewell C?
- Be part of a major UK nuclear new-build programme in Somerset
- Gain hands-on site experience within a large-scale alliance delivery model
- Structured graduate development programme with mentoring and professional support
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Clear career progression toward Chartered Mechanical Engineer status
- A professional, collaborative and safety-driven working environment
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