We are seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing Nuclear team. The team supports a range of critical nuclear programmes, including the UK Submarine programme, the existing nuclear generation fleet, decommissioning projects, and the design of high-integrity structures for new nuclear facilities. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile nuclear projects within a collaborative, multidisciplinary engineering environment, taking ownership of technical deliverables from concept through to completion.
Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Contract Length: Ongoing
Start date: Project Dependant
Location: Derby (Hybrid)
Rate: £55 Per hour Inside IR35 (Can vary based on experience)
Key Responsibilities
* Provide mechanical engineering support across a range of nuclear projects, including design, analysis, and substantiation activities.
* Take responsibility for technical packages from inception through to delivery, ensuring compliance with project requirements.
* Produce and review key technical documentation, including calculations, design reports, and technical requirements.
* Apply relevant design codes, standards, and best practices appropriate for safety‑critical industries.
* Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including other engineering disciplines, project managers, and stakeholders.
* Ensure all work is delivered to the required time, cost, and quality standards.
* Support risk management, design reviews, and technical governance processes where required.
Essential Requirements
* Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
* Demonstrable experience working within the nuclear sector (design, substantiation, and/or analysis).
* Proven track record of delivering technical projects and services on time, to quality, and within budget.
* Familiarity with working to design codes and industry standards applicable to safety‑critical environments.
* Experience producing key technical documentation, including calculations, design reports, and technical requirements.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
Desirable Experience
* Experience with PWR (Pressurised Water Reactor) technology, including design, analysis, or substantiation.
* Previous involvement in UK nuclear programmes (e.g. submarines, new build, decommissioning, or operational fleet).
* Experience working within a regulated engineering environment with formal quality and governance processes.
Please note that this role requires security clearance.
If you are interested, please apply or email (url removed)
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