About this role
About us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Island (NI) and Balance of Plant (BoP) Mechanical Engineer to support the engineering, design review and technical evaluation of mechanical systems for a nuclear power plant. The role covers Nuclear Island, Turbine Island and Balance of Plant systems throughout design, testing, commissioning and operation.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develops, reviews and evaluates technical documentation and engineering studies for mechanical systems and equipment, situated in the plant and on the site, comprising the nuclear power plant and spent nuclear fuel storage facilities. These systems include the Nuclear Process Support Systems, Steam Supply, Feedwater, Chemical, Compressed Air, Water Disposal, Fire-fighting, Water Processing and Ventilation Systems and Lifting Equipment.
- Evaluates the design and operation of the mechanical systems and sub-systems at the power plant and ensures effective system integration across the engineering disciplines.
- Develops, reviews and evaluates testing, commissioning, operation, and maintenance documentation for the plant mechanical systems and components.
- Develops, reviews and evaluates engineering studies, calculations and evaluations.
- Reviews Flow Analysis, Piping Stress Analysis and Finite Element Analysis.
- Stays abreast of the latest advancements in technology, design trends, and engineering best practices for Nuclear Island, Turbine Island and Balance of Plant related systems.
- Develops training material and conducts training and coaching on engineering processes, principles and system design and operation of Nuclear Island, Turbine Island and Balance of Plant related systems.
Qualifications - Internal
Experience and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree beneficial) in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Power Generation and Energy.
- 8+ Nuclear power industry related experience is required.
- Knowledge of water properties (working with the I-S and derivative T-S diagram), thermodynamic, thermohydraulic and hydrodynamic.
- Knowledge of vessels operating under pressure, atmospheric pressure and vacuum, rotating equipment (pumps, fans and compressors), valves, heat exchanger installations and associated equipment, fittings and pipelines.
- Familiar with design, manufacturing, testing and operational codes and standards for systems under pressure, ventilation, lifting equipment and fire suppression.
- Familiar with p rinciples and means of measurement and control of thermohydraulic processes .
- 2D and 3D CAD, CAM, Flow Analysis, Piping Stress Analysis, Finite Element programs software experience is recommended.
Special Job Requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential with the ability to communicate, influence and persuade.
- Proactive team player, proven to be effective in a multi-cultural environment
- Understanding Russian or Arabic is beneficial.
Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.