Special Machines Mechanical Engineer

Role Description
We are looking for a Special Machines Mechanical Engineer who will collaborate to the Lead Fast Reactor (LFR) design activities and experimental facilities, focusing-on the mechanical design of complex machines, mechanisms, and robotics applications with particular reference, but not limited to, operation in molten lead or extreme environmental conditions.

Main Activities

• Ensure the execution of design activities for special machines in the field of LFR, in accordance with best engineering practices, also exploring innovative solutions to technical challenges and problems.

• Participate to the definition of the operative sequence of operations.
• Develop the design of bespoke components/mechanism, from concept up to detail facing the mechanical aspects in integrated way with automation and electrical aspects.
• Review the 3D model internal and external interfaces within a BIM context and PLM system.
• Participate to the definition of the methodologies for stress analysis of bespoke mechanical components/mechanism according to the applicable construction code by using Finite Element Modelling.
• Contribute to the drafting of the purchasing technical documentation for component supply.
• Technical evaluation and alignment of manufacturer bids for the supply of equipment.
• Preparation and participation in kick-off meetings, review meetings, design meetings and studies.
• Ensure that equipment manufacturers are delivering in accordance with the defined design and manage non-conformities. Supervise expediting.
• Verify the technical correctness of the engineering documents produced when the task is delegated by the Line Manager.
• Contribute to the development and update of newcleo’s General Specifications and standard procedures in the discipline.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Coordinate assigned work with other technical personnel as directed.
• Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.

Desired Qualifications            

• Degree in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Robotics Engineering. Master or PhD is a plus.
• Fluent Italian and English. French is a plus.
• Experience of engineering aspects related to design, prototyping, fabrication and assembly of bespoke components/mechanism and complex machines.
• Knowledge about the commercially available components to be part of the bill of materials (e.g. motors, gears, sensors, etc.), with particular reference to extreme environments (high temperature, presence of radiations).
• Experience in the application of specific codes and standards for lifting equipment (e.g., NUREG, FEM, RCC-MRX and/or EURO codes) is a plus.
• Knowledge of ANSYS Mechanical and Multiphysics for Structural Analysis purpose, SolidWorks for 3D/2D Modelling are also an asset.
• Knowledge and/or experience of fabrication aspects, understanding of welding and non-destructive testing topics on complex machines is a plus.
• Experience in a nuclear or other highly regulated environment and good understanding of safety aspects would be a definite advantage.
• Extensive knowledge of QA systems and their practical application.
• Not more than/At least 5 years’ experience (depending of seniority Junior/Senior) in an Engineering Unit at any industrial mechanical design company special machine design and manufacturing.