Graduate Mechanical Engineer

General Information

Ref #: 16550

Posting Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Region: Oxfordshire

City: Abingdon

Business Unit (BU): OP

Type of Employment: Permanent/Regular

Desired Starting Date: 25-09-2027

Work Schedule: Full time

Remote Work: Hybrid

Job: TA - STUDIES & DESIGN

Description

As a Graduate Mechanical Engineer at Orano Limited, you will be engaged in various specialist tasks, including:

• 3D modelling
• Developing concept design ideas into viable solutions through to detail design
• Creating 2D detail design drawings to BS8888 standards
• Collaborative working with other disciplines/Clients
• Creating Mechanical Handling/Flow diagrams
• Producing engineering specifications and documentation
• Conducting site visits, which may involve international travel, project-dependent
• Performing mechanical engineering calculations
• Working closely with Mechanical Engineers
• Adhering to engineering design standards and codes (British and international)
• Receiving IMechE support and mentoring

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Private Medical Insurance at Single, Partner, and Family levels
• Non-Contributory Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 30
• Group Life Assurance of 4 times annual salary and a Group Income Protection scheme for long-term sickness
• Enhanced Maternity Pay

Orano Group

At Orano, we tackle current and future challenges to power and preserve our world, building the world of tomorrow and improving life for our communities. By joining Orano, a leading international player in the nuclear sector, you will be in the right place.

Every day, Orano employees work diligently to produce efficient and reliable nuclear energy, combat climate change, devise solutions to conserve natural resources, and advance progress in healthcare.

Our strengths encompass the entire nuclear fuel cycle: mastery of cutting-edge technologies, provision of safe and high value-added products and services, expertise in specialized areas, and strong innovation capabilities. These are just some of the attributes that exemplify the exceptional skills of our 18,000 employees and their continuous learning, which we wholeheartedly support. Diverse in their profiles and experiences, they are testament to our openness to all talent—each shares the ambition to unlock the full value of nuclear energy.