Mechanical Engineer

About the job

Do you want an opportunity to work in the French countryside? AWE is currently recruiting for a Mechanical Engineer to work within our Epure facility in France. If you have experience in product assembly or mechanical engineering solutions, we want to hear from you.

Location: Epure, France (North of Dijon)

Salary: £35,720- £53,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience)

Closing Date: 08th February 2024

The Role?

• Under supervision contribute to the delivery of product assembly specifications, operational documentation and validation evidence for mechanical engineering solutions in relation to defined requirements
• Mechanical Assembly of Containment vessel parts
• Data capture and maintaining Quality records
• Contribute to the production and delivery of high-quality technical reports and presentations
• Identify and support opportunities for cost savings, efficiency and business improvement
• Assist the Technical Lead in managing partnerships
• Support the Senior Engineer in scoping, planning, and estimating future activities
• Organises own training and development under the guidance of a professional mentor

As a Mechanical Engineer you will have the opportunity to contribute towards the production of containment vessel parts as well as the delivery of high-quality technical reports and presentations. You will work in collaboration with our French colleagues and multidiscipline UK team.

Candidates must be willing and able to:

• Reasonably expect to spend an extended period overseas.
• To communicate in the French language (training will be provided, to ensure you are able to converse in French, but it should be recognised that significant personal commitment and self-study will be required to reach the required level).
• Hold a valid driving licence .
• Willing to work within a high hazard environment.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of Excel.

What will you get from us?

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours (including Bank Holidays) of annual leave
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site

With this role being based in France, dependant on individual requirement, you may also be able to enjoy the following additional benefits!

• Shipping of household belongings
• Contribution towards pet transportation
• Mobility allowance
• Accommodation allowances based on family size
• One-off lump sum payment to assist the move
• Transportation allowance or a hire car
• Home leave allowance
• Support with Tax
• Support with logistics
• Private medical cover

All candidates must be able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

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