Senior Mechanical Engineer

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support a major programme delivering design and asset care within a complex, safety-critical environment.

This role sits within a multi-disciplinary design function responsible for both new project delivery and ongoing operational asset support , ensuring mechanical engineering solutions are safe, compliant, and fit for purpose across the asset lifecycle.

You will play a key role in the delivery of mechanical design work , supporting technical outputs, maintaining engineering quality, and collaborating closely with internal teams and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering activities across design and asset support scopes
• Produce and check engineering deliverables, including:
• General arrangement drawings and detailed design packages
• Calculations, technical specifications, and reports
• Equipment and system design documentation
• Ensure compliance with relevant nuclear industry codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support safety case activities including HAZOP, HAZID, and design substantiation
• Contribute to the design and assessment of:
• Mechanical handling systems
• Process plant and equipment
• Piping and pressure systems
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including EC&I, process, and safety functions
• Interface with stakeholders across engineering, project delivery, and operations
• Support planning and delivery of engineering work packages
• Provide guidance and support to junior engineers where required

Requirements

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership (highly desirable)
• Experience within a highly regulated industry (nuclear strongly preferred)
• Strong awareness of nuclear engineering codes, standards, and compliance frameworks
• Proven experience delivering mechanical design within safety-critical environments
• Experience producing high-quality engineering documentation
• Good understanding of:
• Mechanical systems and equipment design
• Piping, pressure systems, and structural interfaces
• Design for manufacture, installation, and maintenance
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team

Desirable Experience

• Experience supporting operational asset care / plant support environments
• Exposure to design office or framework-based delivery models
• Experience with mechanical handling or lifting equipment
• Familiarity with legacy systems and infrastructure upgrades
• Experience using relevant CAD tools and engineering analysis software

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach
• Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage workload across multiple tasks