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Mechanical Design Engineer – Nuclear
Location: North West | Hybrid Working | Full-Time, Permanent
Are you a degree-qualified Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and work on technically challenging projects within the nuclear sector?
We are working with a well-established and growing engineering consultancy in the North West that is looking to expand its team. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers with backgrounds in marine, aerospace, defence, or other highly regulated engineering sectors who are keen to transfer their skills into the nuclear industry.
What really sets this opportunity apart is the emphasis on career development, structured professional support, and a clear pathway towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Whether you're already working towards chartership or looking for an employer who will actively support your professional progression, this role offers the opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist engineering environment.
The Role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will contribute to the design and delivery of engineering solutions across nuclear projects, working alongside experienced engineers and multidisciplinary teams. You'll have the opportunity to develop your technical expertise, broaden your industry knowledge, and gain exposure to complex engineering challenges.
The position offers a flexible working arrangement, combining office-based collaboration, remote working, and visits to client sites as project requirements dictate.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical design solutions in line with project specifications, relevant standards, and safety requirements.
- Produce and review engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and design documentation.
- Support mechanical design activities throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, and other project stakeholders.
- Ensure designs meet applicable quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to design reviews, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
- Work towards professional registration with support from experienced engineers and a structured CEng development pathway.
About You
- Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline. xgikmsk
- Ideally around 5 years' relevant engineering experience, although candidates with a different level of experience may be considered.
- Experience in nuclear is beneficial but not essential; candidates from marine, aerospace, defence, and other complex or highly regulated Please click on the apply button to read the full job description
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