Overview
In this role you lead mechanical design teams on technically complex projects within a safety- and compliance-focused environment. You drive engineering excellence and support continuous improvement across the lifecycle. You’ll provide technical direction, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor engineers to deliver high-integrity outcomes. Based in Chorley with hybrid working, you’ll shape delivery and collaborate with cross-functional teams for impactful projects.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid working
- flexible on-site time
- career development
- strong safety culture
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee mechanical design teams to deliver safe, compliant outputs
- Provide technical direction across the full engineering lifecycle
- Plan, coordinate and monitor activities against scope, budget and schedule
- Lead and chair design reviews to ensure technical assurance and regulatory compliance
- Produce design basis documentation and support substantiation of design solutions
- Apply conventional and nuclear safety principles throughout development phases
- Mentor and coach engineers to foster continuous professional improvement
- Drive quality, process improvement and right-first-time engineering delivery
- Collaborate with cross-discipline teams, procurement, manufacturing and external stakeholders
Key requirements
- Professionally registered Engineer (CEng or IEng) with a minimum Level 6 qualification (Bachelor’s Degree with Honours) in a relevant engineering discipline
- Demonstrated experience leading mechanical design teams in a safety or compliance-focused environment
- Strong understanding of UK engineering legislation and standards (Machinery Directive, LOLER, PUWER, CDM)
- Proven ability to produce and review technical documentation, design risk assessments and verification records
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
- Eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance
- UK National (due to project security requirements)
- Leadership
- Communication
- Organisational skills
- 3D CAD
- Configuration management tools
- Design risk assessments and verification records
Principal Mechanical Engineer employer: NRL
NRL is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Fitter, you will benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, a commitment to continuous improvement, and the chance to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic environment. Located in a thriving industrial area, NRL offers a supportive atmosphere where your skills can flourish, ensuring both personal and professional growth.
