Mechanical System Engineer (Measurement Systems) in Warrington

Mirion Technologies is a global leader in radiation detection, measurement, and protection. With over 50 years of experience and nearly 3,000 employees worldwide, we serve critical sectors including energy, healthcare, defence, and research. We combine deep technical expertise with a strong customer focus to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions. Our mission is to protect people and the environment through innovative technologies and trusted service. At Mirion, we foster a culture of integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement empowering our teams to make a meaningful impact every day.

The Opportunity

As part of a small but growing team, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Systems Engineer (Measurement Systems) to carry out solutions design and integration activities of Mirion’s nuclear measurement systems. This will involve working with designated teams to ensure all mechanical aspects of a specific system are completed to specification, customer satisfaction, timescale and cost constraints. You will be involved in engineering projects of differing size and complexity, predominantly defining and validating solutions activities (often working with specialist sub-contractors), including contributing to successful build – including ‘hands on’ test and commissioning of the equipment. The position will be based in Warrington with some travel across the UK to various customer sites during commissioning/acceptance. Applicants must be able to pass HMG Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) check, with the potential for undergoing security vetting at a national level.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Mechanical element of bespoke systems project work and to assist the Technical Lead in the successful completion of projects.
• Sustaining and development of largely standard systems.
• Ensuring compliance to the relevant standards for the team to achieve excellence in a regulated industry.
• Guiding and mentoring junior team members where necessary.
• Applying the principles of best engineering practice at all times.
• Able to support FMEA, fault tree analysis, SIL substantiation, AR&M assessments, Mechanical element of Machinery Directive and Hazop delivery.
• Liaising with other Divisional stakeholders to ensure compliance with all customer requirements.
• Contribute technical input to tender documentation including concept design and costing.
• Active involvement in identifying and participating in business improvements.
• Ability to spend short periods of time at other Divisional sites, customer sites and supplier sites.

Skills & Experience

• Degree educated or equivalent time served in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Previous experience as a Mechanised Projects Engineer, where inter-disciplinary interfacing is key.
• Ideally a good appreciation of corresponding Electrical Systems Solutions around materials handling, detector positioning and equipment housing.
• Experience with compliance with the Machinery Directive EN12100.
• An excellent working knowledge of relevant general national and international codes, specifications and standards.
• Excellent computing skills, particularly in the use of Microsoft Office Applications and ideally 3D modelling / AutoCAD products.
• Proactive and technically capable.
• Strong initiative, motivation and a commitment to delivering high quality work under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisation and communication skills.
• High level of communication proficiency in spoken and written English.

What we can offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to develop within an international group working on high profile projects.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities and training.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.