Process Engineer (Fusion Team)

Amentum are recruiting Process Engineers at varying levels or expertise to join our Fusion team, which has recently won several important projects and has a host of exciting new opportunities in research, engineering, operations and decommissioning. As one of the newest departments in Amentum, we are regularly involved in delivering on exciting bids and projects with several different fusion clients and as such the ideal candidate needs to be someone with an engineering background, who has a demonstrable track record of contributing to or leading projects effectively. This role will be based in our Harwell or Culham office and there may be a need for periodic visits to client sites, as projects require The Fusion Process Engineer will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of fusion projects for multiple customers in the UK and internationally, moreover they will:

• Analyse tender proposals and project specifications in order to develop conceptual and detailed designs of process solutions
• Dependent on experience contribute within or oversee project teams to develop and substantiate process systems in the technical delivery of projects, ranging from glove box sized test rigs to subsystems within existing facilities
• Prepare technically correct, safe, and cost/time effective engineering analysis and solutions for approval.
• Create Process Flow Diagrams
• Understand process modelling and advise on the development of simulations
• Develop P&IDs, including selection of design conditions, line sizing and pipe specifications, equipment isolation, vent and drainage systems
• Perform the sizing, specification and selection of plant, equipment and inline instrumentation for example pressure systems, cryogenic systems, and safety systems
• Ensure that process engineering solutions meet functional, performance and safety requirements including being actively involved in verification and validation activities
  
  Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or demonstrable equivalent underpinning knowledge and understanding with relevant industry experience
• Attained or working towards Chartered Engineer status with an appropriate professional institution
• HAZID/HAZOP experience
• Knowledge of Process Design Health, Safety and Environmental (DHSE) issues and knowledge of key regulations (e.g., DSEAR, CDM, COMAH) is desirable
• Proactive and driven approach to work, taking ownership of tasks to be completed under their remit
• Competent technical report writing skills: clearly and concisely reporting findings
• Good communication and relationship building skills with a growth mindset
  
  Amentum supports customers in the energy generation, new build, decommissioning and defence sectors. We are involved in some of the most innovative and impressive projects across the globe, such as ITER - the world's largest fusion experiment.
Like the UK Government, we are committed to tackling the climate emergency for the short term and long term. We believe that the holy grail of practical power is fusion power, it comes without pollution or global warming but with the capacity to produce huge amounts of energy whatever the weather. We want to play a part in helping get fusion power on the grid. We have offices in Knutsford and Birchwood in Cheshire, Culham, Gloucester, Dorchester, Harwell, Glasgow, Newcastle, Cumbria, Reading and London. We also have a strong international presence to support our growing operations in France, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Poland, South Africa, and Japan. Our reputation for safely delivering quality projects on time and on budget is well recognized in all the industries we serve. We have proven expertise in managing large, complex projects, both internationally and in the UK, developing strong relationships with our clients and implementing cutting-edge processes and technologies. What that means to you is the opportunity to experience a real variety of projects, working with people from different backgrounds. You'll work closely with our clients and be committed to achieving outstanding results in a stimulating and quality-driven environment

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. Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We're happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.