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Junior Mechanical Engineer

Company Description



⚡️  About Assystem 



Assystem is dedicated to accelerating the energy transition worldwide. Our 7,750 Switchers combine historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies. Join us to contribute to groundbreaking nuclear projects and shape the future of energy.



 Why Join the Community of Switchers? 



As one of the top three independent nuclear engineering companies globally, Assystem offers unparalleled opportunities to work on some of the most significant nuclear projects in the world. Join our community and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of clean energy, while benefiting from a dynamic, collaborative work environment.



Job Description



 The Job Mission:



This is a Mechanical Engineering position at associate level. You will be fully embedded with our most important clients and you will assist and perform full lifecycle engineering activities for Nuclear New Build projects. 



⚡️ Support the design of systems and components that meet customer requirements.

⚡️ Formulate and produce effective solutions to emerging problems.

⚡️ Evaluate final product’s overall performance, reliability, and safety.

⚡️ Alter and modify design to meet customer requirements.

⚡️ Work with the Senior Mechanical Engineer to estimate budget and scope of project.

⚡️ Help to identify Risk and Opportunity.

⚡️ Prepare product reports and documentation.

⚡️ Engage in the learning and development of new theories or methods.



Qualifications



Essential Skills:

BEng in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering qualification

We need a minimum of 12 months experience

Good knowledge of CAD software

Understanding of safety legislation & safety culture

Ability to act with integrity

Ability to work independently, using initiative and self-motivation



Desired Skills:

✔️ Understanding of materials

✔️ knowledge of piping would be good, but not essential

✔️ Problem-solving and finding solutions

✔️ Ability to analyze large amounts of data and consider multiple viewpoints



Additional Information



Join Assystem to be a part of an innovative team that is transforming the energy sector. Apply now to be part of our exciting projects and shape the future with us.



Benefits include:



Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days

Flexible working

Generous employee referral schemeWe are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future

Junior Mechanical Engineer

Bridgwater, UK
Full time

Published on 07/16/2025

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