At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mechanical engineering for major nuclear projects and guide multidisciplinary teams.
- Company: Key player in the UK nuclear sector with a strong project pipeline.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid working, long-term projects, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical national infrastructure and work on high-profile programmes.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in mechanical engineering within the nuclear industry.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting for a Principal Mechanical Engineer on behalf of a key client operating within the UK nuclear sector. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established programme of work supporting a range of high‑profile nuclear projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of complex engineering solutions within a highly regulated environment, providing technical leadership and supporting multidisciplinary project teams. Whether you are seeking a permanent position or a contract opportunity, this role offers long‑term project work and the chance to contribute to critical national infrastructure programmes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of mechanical engineering and design activities across major nuclear projects.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams.
- Develop and review engineering designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
- Support multidisciplinary project delivery within complex and highly regulated environments.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, safety requirements and client specifications.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.
- Contribute to engineering reviews, risk assessments and technical decision‑making processes.
Essential Experience
- Extensive experience as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, Lead Mechanical Engineer or Senior Mechanical Engineer.
- Strong background within the nuclear industry.
- Proven experience delivering mechanical engineering and design solutions on complex projects.
- Experience working within EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) environments or other highly regulated industries.
- Demonstrable ability to lead technical delivery and support multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable Experience
- Experience supporting major nuclear new‑build, decommissioning or defence programmes.
- Familiarity with UK nuclear regulations and standards.
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to work on high‑profile nuclear programmes.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
- Long‑term project pipeline and career development opportunities.
- Available as either a permanent staff position or contract engagement.
- Collaborative and technically challenging environment.
Principal Mechanical Engineer employer: FINTEC recruit Ltd
Join a leading player in the UK nuclear sector as a Principal Mechanical Engineer, where you will be part of a collaborative and technically challenging environment. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer flexible hybrid working arrangements and long-term project opportunities that contribute to critical national infrastructure. Our commitment to excellence ensures that you will be supported in your professional development while working on high-profile projects that make a real difference.
