JDO Layout CAD Deputy
Bridgwater - UK
Job Summary
General information
Legal company
Framatome is an international leader in nuclear energy recognized for its innovative digital and value added solutions for the global nuclear fleet. With worldwide expertise and a proven track record for reliability and performance the company designs services and installs components fuel and instrumentation and control systems for nuclear power plants. Its more than 20 000 employees work every day to help Framatomes customers supply ever cleaner safer and more economical low-carbon energy. Visit us at and follow us on Twitter: @Framatome and LinkedIn: Framatome.Framatome is owned by the EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI 19.5%).
Reference number
Publication date
5/12/2026Category
TA - DESIGN & ENGINEERING - TAA - Design engineering management & Systems engineering
Job Opening Title
JDO Layout CAD Deputy
Job type
Non fixed term
BU description
Energise Your Career with Framatome UK Powering a Safer Smarter Nuclear Future
Framatome is a global leader in nuclear energy recognised for delivering innovative value-added technologies that design build maintain and advance the worlds nuclear fleet. With 20000 employees in over 70 locations worldwide we provide components fuel and control systems for nuclear power plants along with a full suite of reactor services all focused on improving safety performance and sustainability.
Backed by EDF Group (80.5%) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (19.5%) were driving the future of clean energy. Here in the UK our team is already 400 strong and growing. As we expand our service offerings across the UK nuclear industry were aiming to reach 600 dedicated professionals in 2026.
Nows your chance to join a company thats shaping the energy transition where your expertise will matter your growth will be supported and your work will help power generations to come.
Job description
What are we hiring for
We are seeking a JDO Layout Cad Deputy to join our team in HPC
What will you be doing
Within this position you will be responsible for:
- Support the Layout CAD Team Lead:
o Checking the quality relative to the modification done by CAD Team on JDO-DT scope.
o Assigning activities to Layout CAD Team members (depending on the autonomy of the Designer should be necessary to give a clear definition a level of priority and a deadline)
o Managing and arbitrating workload
o Checking the activities performed by the CAD Designer (3D redlines deliverables)
o Validation of E3D modifications in validated databases.
o Improving CAD Team competences / skills.
- Modifying the E3D and TEKLA 3D-Model of the two plants each time a change from site has a significant impact on the design (site compliant strategy) following the rules of modelling and checking consistency of the change. The modelling will be done on: Components and equipment Civil structure Steelwork Pipework HVAC ducts and components Instrumentation Electrical cable trays boxes and cabinets Supports;
- Carrying out detailed 2D and 3D modelling activities to support all disciplines to answer to site queries;
- Answering or contributing to answer to site requests by gathering all needed inputs providing technical analysis and justification by liaising with the engineering back-offices if needed and by evaluating the impacts of the request on the different disciplines;
- Contributing to the production of any technical document requested to support the construction (ex: Equipment Location Book Layout Dummy Bedplate Drawing and Review of Anchorages for Equipment).
- Support the improvement of 3D tools through generation of dedicated programs/macros that can support the team efficiency by directly working on their development or supporting together with CAD Team Lead other CAD team members willing to develop them.
Acting under delegation of the JDO Layout Disciplines Lead the JDO Layout CAD Deputy may be responsible for:
- Making sure that methods referential tools process and delegated authority from the back-office teams are complied with.
- Produce in quality and quantity the necessary deliverables to support the project.
- Building strong relations with the different Back-Offices in Bristol/Paris.
- Interview of Layout CAD team members
The JDO Layout CAD Deputy reports to the Layout CAD Team Lead achievements progresses and difficulties regarding his activities and raises alerts on any aspects of the design when identified.
Profile
What are we looking for
Ideal experience for this position would include:
Science Master engineering degree or equivalent.
Minimum 10 years of experience in design and/or Layout topics in the following disciplines: civil work layout piping HVAC Elec.
Deep knowledge and understanding of layout rules for nuclear project.
Knowledge of the general operation of nuclear power station and the associated safety aspects (in particular aspects relating to flooding fire radiological protection etc.).
Good knowledge 3D design software (E3D PDMS TEKLA and Navisworks);
Experience working in a multicultural environment
Knowledge of the HPC project and associated studies/doctrine is a real asset.
Languages (level)
English fluent
French is a bonus.
Benefits
Whats in it for you
25 days annual leave per year rising by 1 day for every 2 years worked (max 30 days) Bank Holidays
8% employer pension contribution with employee 1% contribution (salary sacrifice)
Individual and family private health care
Dental insurance for employees
Cashplan Level 2 cover
Life assurance (4x salary)
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Income Protection
Professional Body Membership
Tusker Electric car scheme (salary sacrifice)
Cycle to Work scheme (salary sacrifice)
Babbel learn a new language
Generous family leave
Job location
United Kingdom Bridgwater
Job location (site)
Hinkley Point C
Travel
No
Job family
Standard
Applicant criteria
Minimum level of education required
Master
Minimum level of experience required
Experienced
Employment level
Non cadre
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Framatome’s teams design and build nuclear power plants, present at every stage of the process on all types of reactor technologies.