NDT Contract Engineering Lead

We are looking at someone to deliver the engineering required for the management of the Non Destructive Testing contract which is separated from the MEH installation contract. It covers standard NDT processes (Radiography Ultrasonic testing Dye penetrant testing Magnetic particle inspection) but also a more specific NDT which is: the Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT).

Contextual Information:

Operating Environment

• The MEH programme is about to enter a change in delivery phase to commence bulk installation on site from the start of 2024 whereas previously the focus has been on securing the design and manufacturing. As such the spotlight will fall on the construction leads for the engineering delivery of the site scope;
• The NDT CEL reports functionally to the BNI & BOP Piping Contract Engineering Lead and BNI & BOP Piping Engineering Construction Lead.
• The current Engineering Construction team size is 9 engineers however this will grow to match the workload on site and will involve operational leadership of a matrixed team;
• As this is a frontline site delivery role there is a necessity to work with flexibility and be able to work under the time pressure of the schedule in order to unblock technical issues to allow continuity of work by the installation teams.

Frameworks and Boundaries

• The NDT CEL works closely with the installation Contract Engineering Lead and reports to the Engineering Construction Lead who is part of a wider of team of Leaders delivering the E2E life cycle of the piping scope. Delivery of the upstream engineering sequence is outside the scope of the Engineering Construction team however they should ensure integration with the other areas of the team and other disciplines.
• The NDT CEL will have delegation to perform decision making on site within a defined boundary to allow efficient and quick resolution of topics.

Principal responsibilities:

• Work in close relation with the NDT Contract Project manager and Technical Lead
• Support:
  • the contractor documentation management by producing and updating the List of Document required from the contractor and the associated Surveillance plan.
  • the development and implementation onsite of the PAUT solution to replace radiography.
  • the answering of Technical queries and Early Warnings
  • the coordination of activities between the Installation contract and NDT contract

Qualifications :

Essential knowledge Skills Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience working in an equivalent / related role related to NDT and/or contract engineering;
• Meticulous and rigorous approach to engineering to achieve high professional standards;
• Proven ability to successfully deliver engineering safely to the correct quality time and cost in a fast paced schedule driven environment;
• Strong people leadership skills to coordinate efficient delivery of their scope through empowerment of their team members and drawing on the necessary support from others in the organisation;
• Ability to influence a diverse range of stakeholders;
• Ability to work autonomously but with awareness of own limitations;
• Knowledge of contractual and commercial mechanisms.
• Basic knowledge of different NDT technics.

• Desirable knowledge Skills Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in related engineering field;
• Chartered Engineer with relevant engineering institute;
• Detailed understanding of PWR design and experience in PWR operations;
• Piping engineering installation and/or commissioning experience
• Working knowledge of French language an advantage;
• Good knowledge of CDM Regulations.
• Experience or certification in Ultrasonic Testing

Key Competencies

• Problem solving and finding solutions;
• Ability to communicate complex topics in a simple and understandable way to a range of stakeholders;
• Ability to analysing large amounts of data from various sources and take into consideration the viewpoints of numerous stakeholders (listening to understand) often with differing opinion in order to propose ways forwards balancing project risk;
• Ability to influencing a broad mix of stakeholders;
• Persistence and resilience.

Additional Information :

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills talent and our peoples ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime