Contract Mechanical Engineer

Contract Mechanical Design Engineer – Hybrid – Up to £54/h – Inside IR35

• Up to £54/h (inside IR35)
• PAYE contract
• Hybrid working – 3 days on-site (Reading), 2 from home
• Active UK Security Clearance required
• Immediate start | 6–12 month contract

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a major player in highly regulated engineering environments, delivering cutting-edge mechanical solutions across critical infrastructure projects. With a secure, long-term programme of work, they’re seeking a Contract Mechanical Design Engineer to support the design and safe decommissioning of highly secure facilities.

THE BENEFITS:

• Up to £54/h PAYE (inside IR35)
• Long-term 6–12 month contract
• Hybrid model: 3–4 days on-site in Reading
• Structured 9-day working fortnight pattern
• Work on high-impact national infrastructure projects
• Join a collaborative, multi-disciplinary design team

THE CONTRACT MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER ROLE:

You’ll deliver detailed mechanical design and engineering support for decommissioning programmes across highly secure facilities. From concept to delivery, you’ll lead mechanical design packages, liaise with cross-functional teams, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards. Experience within secure or high-hazard industries is highly desirable.

CONTRACT MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks
• Minimum 2 years' experience in mechanical design
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar (or ONC/OND + experience)
• Strong grasp of engineering standards and regulatory compliance
• Excellent technical reporting and documentation skills
• Must hold active UK Security Clearance (SC or higher)

TO BE CONSIDERED:

Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at kelly.harvey@searchability.com. For further information, call me on 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648

By applying, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS

• Mechanical Design
• CAD
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks
• Nuclear
• SC Cleared
• Engineering
• FEA
• Decommissioning