Senior Mechanical Engineer/Technologist at Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty Ltd

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Engineering Design and Technical Delivery

• Lead the development, review, and approval of mechanical engineering designs, calculations, specifications, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with applicable nuclear, mechanical, and statutory codes and standards.
• Manage engineering changes and configuration control processes.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical risks associated with project deliverables.
• Conduct design reviews and ensure comments are effectively resolved.

Tendering and Proposal Support

• Participate in technical feasibility assessments and bid evaluations.
• Develop technical specifications and engineering estimates for proposals.
• Provide accurate engineering input to tenders and commercial submissions.
• Support client clarification meetings and technical negotiations.

Project Execution and Technical Support

• Provide engineering support during construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Resolve technical queries from project sites and stakeholders.
• Review and approve subcontractor engineering deliverables.
• Ensure timely completion of as-built documentation and project close-out activities.

Design Integration and Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate engineering activities with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Participate in constructability, operability, and integrated design reviews.
• Manage technical interfaces between engineering disciplines.
• Promote value engineering and optimization opportunities.

Governance, Quality and Compliance

• Ensure adherence to engineering management systems, quality standards, and project procedures.
• Monitor engineering progress, budgets, and resource utilization.
• Support safety, health, environmental, and quality (SHEQ) objectives.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Leadership and Mentorship

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineers, technologists, and graduates.
• Support competency development within the engineering team.
• Promote a strong nuclear safety culture and professional engineering practices.
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams.

 QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) or Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr. Tech Eng) with ECSA.
• Safety Evaluator qualification in terms of 10 CFR 50.59

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 10 to 15 years' mechanical engineering experience, preferably within the nuclear, power generation, or highly regulated industrial sectors.
• Proven experience in mechanical design, design reviews, and engineering project execution.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience in nuclear safety evaluations, engineering assessments, and technical compliance activities.
• Strong background in procurement support, commissioning, and plant modifications.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge:

• Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, practices, and methodologies.
• Comprehensive understanding of ASME, ISO, SABS, and relevant engineering standards.
• Strong knowledge of nuclear industry regulations and standards including NNR, IAEA, and related codes.
• Understanding of nuclear safety classification systems and safety case requirements.
• Knowledge of quality management systems such as ISO 9001 and ASME NQA-1.
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety legislation and engineering compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of engineering change control and configuration management processes.
• Familiarity with project management principles and engineering governance frameworks.

Skills:

• Advanced mechanical engineering design and technical review capabilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in engineering software, CAD systems, and MS Office applications.
• Ability to interpret and apply engineering codes, standards, and specifications.
• Stakeholder management and client relationship-building abilities.
• Contract review and technical negotiation skills.

Behaviours/Personal Attributes:

• Demonstrates high ethical and professional standards.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Resilient and capable of performing effectively under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.
• Adaptable and open to change within complex project environments.