At a Glance
- Tasks: Create innovative mechanical designs for exciting nuclear engineering projects.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in a leading nuclear engineering firm.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with long-term projects in a safety-critical industry.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the nuclear sector while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience with SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor and strong attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
We're looking for talented Mechanical Designers with strong SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor experience to join a growing nuclear engineering team based in Winchester.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within the UK nuclear sector while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Role
As a Mechanical Designer, you'll play a key role in delivering mechanical design solutions for nuclear and highly regulated engineering projects.
You'll be responsible for producing high-quality 3D models and manufacturing drawings, supporting projects from concept through to manufacture, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce detailed 3D CAD models using SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor
- Create accurate manufacturing drawings in accordance with BS 8888
- Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles to engineering drawings
- Develop designs from concept through to manufacture for nuclear engineering applications
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams
- Support design reviews and implement engineering changes where required
- Ensure designs comply with quality, safety and regulatory requirements within a highly regulated environment
- Contribute to the successful delivery of projects across the UK nuclear industry
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Mechanical Designer
- Strong proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and/or Autodesk Inventor
- Excellent knowledge of BS 8888
- Experience applying GD&T to engineering drawings
- Ability to produce high-quality manufacturing documentation
- Experience working within the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry is highly desirable
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and team-working abilities
Desirable Experience
- Nuclear, defence, aerospace or other highly regulated industries
- Bespoke machinery or specialist equipment design
- Sheet metal, fabricated assemblies or machined components
- Design for Manufacture (DFM)
- Product development and engineering change management
What's On Offer?
- Hybrid working available
- Competitive salary/rate depending on experience
- Opportunity to work on innovative projects within the UK nuclear industry
- Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Long-term projects within a safety-critical sector
- Modern office based in Winchester with flexible working arrangements
Interested?
If you're an experienced Mechanical Designer with SOLIDWORKS/Inventor, BS 8888, and GD&T experience, and you're looking to work on cutting-edge nuclear engineering projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about this opportunity
Mechanical Designer in Winchester employer: PWHytek Ltd.
PWHytek Ltd is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and compliance while fostering professional growth in the nuclear sector. Located at the Dounreay site in Thurso, Scotland, employees benefit from opportunities for hybrid working and collaboration with a highly experienced team, making it a rewarding environment for those seeking meaningful contributions to major nuclear projects.
