Job Description
The R&D Project Engineer will collaborate to the Lead Fast Reactor (LFR) research and development program definition and implementation focusing-on the technical coordination for experimental facilities relevant to support the design maturity with particular reference, but not limited to, operation in molten lead.
Main Responsibilities
- Ensure the technical coordination among multi-disciplinary engineering teams involved in the LFR research and development (R&D) project.
- Manage the internal technical interfaces and implement the technical solutions agreed upon with the Heads of the involved Units.
- Coordinates the engineering activities related to the R&D project to achieve the technical project objectives in the most effective and efficient manner.
- Define the engineering plans and operating budgets, as well as all subsequent amendments and variations submitted to the PMO, establishing the applicable efficiency standards with the Head of the different Units.
- Supply and/or control the inputs for the design phase of R&D project.
- Contribute to the purchasing technical documentation for R&D equipment supply.
- Technical evaluation and alignment of manufacturer bids for the supply of equipment.
- Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status.
- Verify the technical correctness of the engineering documents produced when the task is delegated by the Line Managers.
- Produce and test prototype/facility implementations of systems to help answer research questions
- Act as the technical point of contact for the R&D program stakeholders.
- Applying the company procedure of Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety System and Organizational Model.
- Ensure that intellectual property rules are followed, and act accordingly.
- Participates in and fosters a work environment that is based upon openness, trust, communication, teamwork, empowerment, innovation, and satisfaction.
Desired Qualifications
- Degree in Nuclear Mechanical Engineering (Master or PhD is a plus)
- Working knowledge of the English language is a must.
- Proven working experience as a Project Engineer
- Knowledgeable in the design or manufacturing with mechanical products
- Excellent knowledge of computer and data acquisition skills
- Familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards especially for molten lead technology
- Experience in a nuclear or other highly regulated environment and good understanding of safety aspects would be a definite advantage
- At least 7 years’ experience in an Engineering Unit at any industrial and R&D company in one or more of the following fields: mechanical components design and manufacturing; manufacturing and assembly of large mechanical components / equipment; design components/mechanism for industrial applications