Integrity Engineer

 The way we generate energy is changing faster than ever and Uniper is at the forefront of this change. At Uniper Asset Services, our activities focus on supplying engineering and scientific expertise to all of Uniper's assets as well as being key enablers in our ambitious decarbonisation goals, all of which make it an exciting time for us. For this role, we are looking for a qualified engineer with experience in providing office and site based technical support on pressure systems integrity.   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

•    Provide technical support and advice to clients in the area of pressure systems integrity. 
•    Development of risk-based inspection strategies.
•    Perform site visits to carry out plant inspections of components such as pipework, pressure vessels and castings / forgings.
•    Assess the integrity of components such as pipework, pressure vessels, and castings / forgings that are subject to degradation mechanisms such as creep, fatigue, corrosion and flow accelerated corrosion, in order to make run / repair / replace decisions. 
•    Carry out activities associated with our Pressure Systems (Safety) Regulations Competent Person role  .
•    Support and assist in the development of other team members as required.
•    Produce high quality, formal technical reports, on time and within budget. 
•    Be an ambassador for nurturing internal stakeholder relationships and identifying future business needs. 

Your profile

•    Sufficient educational or vocational qualifications / experience to carry out the role safely and effectively. 
•    To be, or have the prerequisites to be, a chartered member of a relevant institution, or have an equivalent recognised professional qualification.
•    Familiarity with power and / or petrochemical plant. 
•    Knowledge of degradation mechanisms relevant to power plant pressure systems.
•    Ability to plan and manage a portfolio of jobs to cost, quality and time. 
•    Possess drive, energy and commitment with a history of delivering to tight deadlines.
•    Strong communication & interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships. 
•    Ability to work effectively and flexibly, working away from home on occasion at sites both within the UK and overseas, typically for short periods of time. 
•    Commercially aware.
•    A high technical standard of written and spoken English, including report writing. 
•    High level of IT Literacy to support technical analysis.

Desirable:
•    Knowledge of pressure systems statutory outages; planning, site inspection and metallography, interpretation, component assessment and reporting. 
•    Familiarity with power plant operations and maintenance.
•    Knowledge of relevant pressure part design standards, industry guidance and legislation, e.g., Pressure Systems Safety Regulations, Pressure Equipment Directive, SAFed and GENSIP Guidance.
•    Knowledge of any disciplines that impact pressure part integrity such as welding, cycle chemistry, quality control, boiler structures or plant operational behaviour.
•    Awareness of NDT techniques applicable to pressure system components.
•    Positive approach to change and contributes to the culture of continuous improvement.
•    Ability to co-ordinate work across multi-disciplinary teams.
•    Ability to recognise and take advantage of business opportunities. 

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal development and Learning opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.