Mechanical Handling Engineer - Nuclear in Warrington

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation. Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

As a Mechanical Handling Engineer, you will join the team in Warrington to work on Nuclear Projects. The work involves the design and development of bespoke mechanical systems used to retrieve, handle and manage radioactive waste where human access is not possible. This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanical engineer looking to work on long-term, nationally significant nuclear programmes.

You’ll support mechanical engineering activities related to:

• Mechanical handling equipment
• Plant systems and engineered equipment
• Pipework, vessels, supports and structural steelwork
• Equipment used for waste handling, processing or containment

You will contribute across the full mechanical design lifecycle, including:

• Concept design of waste retrieval and remote handling equipment
• Detailed mechanical design and production of manufacturing drawings
• Design for manufacture and assembly (DfMA)
• Support to fabrication, installation and commissioning activities
• Mechanical handling systems including lifting, positioning and manipulation.

All work is carried out under strict nuclear safety, quality and assurance requirements.

Required Skills:

• BS 8888 (technical product documentation)
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor
• Concept, detail and manufacturing design activities
• Mechanical handling principles
• CIMAGE (or similar nuclear design / data management tools)
• Application of sound engineering judgement.

Safety & Regulatory Awareness:

You should have awareness of working within regulated environments, including:

• CDM Regulations
• PUWER
• LOLER
• Safety-critical design and assurance processes

Direct nuclear experience is beneficial but not essential — experience from defence, oil & gas, heavy plant or offshore engineering is highly transferable.

Required Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Additional Information:

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies. At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals. Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.