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Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a MEH Engineer with a background in nuclear or defence, to be engaged on a staff basis and located in Bridgwater.

The successful candidates will be expected to have knowledge and experience in several of the following areas:

Design and assembly of rotating equipment (pumps, motors, etc.) and valves.
Design and assembly of tanks.
Design and assembly of Heat exchangers and associated regulation and security valves systems.
Piping design and erection
Welding
Design and assembly of Dedicated I&C of complex systems.
Power supply design and assemblyQualifications:

Degree or higher degree in relevant discipline
Registered member of a relevant professional institute or qualifications and experience suitable to lead to membership
Experience in highly regulated environment e.g. nuclear, aircraft, petrochemical etc.
Experience of working in the design and maintenance of heavy mechanical power generation equipment
Experience in the development of mechanical related safety cases
Experience in liaising with the HSE Nuclear Directorate or other regulatory body
Excellent organisational skills
Understanding of Quality Assurance in a highly regulated environment
Decision making capability for resolution of safety case issues
Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external customers and suppliers
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