Full-Time SDA Mechanical Engineer
Job Description
Job description
We at the Submarine Delivery Agency, are excited to be hiring talented engineers to work on one of the most complex feats of engineering in the UK! We have two positions for Nuclear or Mechanical engineers to manage the delivery of mechanical components and systems on new classes of Submarines that are currently being manufactured. Building on your excellent technical expertise, these roles offer you the chance to work with cutting edge technology and talented individuals, from across the Submarine Enterprise.
Working as our Mechanical Components Lead for the Nuclear Reactor that will be fitted to the Dreadnought Class of Submarines, you will act as our Engineering Lead, overseeing the design, development and delivery of mechanical components. You will ensure that components are delivered to schedule, cost and are compliant with all safety requirements.
Alternatively, should you take up the position as our Mechanical Desk Officer you will be responsible for managing the production, build and test specification of the primary mechanical systems for the Astute Class Submarine. This will include assessing any proposed design changes and approving any deviations in the manufacture process.
We are keen to hear from engineers with nuclear knowledge, from either defence or civil industry, or from exceptional candidates with experience of the design and manufacture of complex mechanical components.
Please note that due to the nature of the projects involved, these posts are reserved for Sole UK Nationals only.
Responsibilities
Your exceptional communication and influencing skills will allow you to build strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, in order to obtain and relay information critical to these projects.
You will liaise with Approving Authorities, suppliers and contractors, to confirm that components are delivered on time and to the required quality and standards, including managing the acquisition safety aspects.
You will lead on the development of requirements related to your own area of specialism including acceptance plans, performance criteria and draft specifications.
You will provide expert advice and guidance within your own technical area to solve complex technical problems and to identify application risks.
You will be responsible for monitoring and implementing changes in any governance and assurance policies and procedures, to ensure the ‘safe & professional’ status of your area.
What you will be assessed against
To be successful with your application you must demonstrate that you meet the following essential criteria:
• L4 Qualification (or higher) in engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience
• Strong communication skills and demonstrable evidence of dealing with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience of change management and generating acceptance plans for technical requirements or processes
It would benefit your application if you be able to demonstrate the following desirable criteria:
• Experience in the nuclear industry.
In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competencies and behaviours will be assessed at interview:
• Technical decision making
• Technical requirements, evaluation and acceptance.
• Communicating and influencing
• Changing and improving
What’s in it for you?
You will receive a generous benefits package including market leading employer pension contributions of around 21% of your salary (not including any personal contribution), annual bonuses, a flexible working pattern to fit you where possible, 25 days holiday +1 additional day every year you work up to 30 days with opportunity for movement and promotion. Some of our sites include an onsite gym, onsite restaurants, cafes and much more.
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Applicants should be aware that any move across the Civil Service may have implications on an employee’s ability to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.
About your team
Cutting-edge engineering and science is a critical component in delivering modern, battle-winning technologies to all branches of the armed forces. Engineering is the largest business area within DE&S – and it’s one of the most fulfilling too. From managing technical risks, engineering resources and services, to defining and assuring best practice, our engineers are exemplars both within DE&S and our industry partners and professional bodies.
Benefits
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This post is not eligible for relocation allowances.
Things you need to know
Security
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.
People working with government assets must complete basic personnel security standard checks.
Selection process details
Simply click on the apply button to create an account and upload your CV. Your application will go through several stages of assessment which are outlined below:
1. Pre-sift – We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the responsibilities section of this advert.
2. Sift – Applicants’ CVs are assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system:
• Key Achievements • Relevant Experience • Applied Knowledge and Skills
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3. Interview – Applicants will be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the technical competencies and behaviours listed in the responsibilities section of this advert. More details about our DE&S Behaviours.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
- UK nationals
- nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
- nationals of the Republic of Ireland
- nationals from the EU, EEA or Switzerland with (or eligible for) status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals working in the Civil Service
- relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals who have built up the right to work in the Civil Service
- certain family members of the relevant EU, EEA, Swiss or Turkish nationals
Further information on nationality requirements
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s recruitment principles.
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
How to Apply
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