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Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Warrington, Bristol, Leicester or Newbury + Hybrid Working
Compensation: Competitive + benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF
At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Mechanical Engineer and play your part in our mission.
The role
As a Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be involved in decommissioning nuclear facilities, supporting the Continuous at Sea Deterrent, and the operation and build of nuclear power plants. Our goal is to clean up the nuclear legacy and contribute to energy security, safety, and net zero commitments.
Our team handles defence, decommissioning, new build, and nuclear generation projects, winning over 78% of tenders. We innovate to make nuclear safer, faster, and more cost-effective, supporting UK’s Net Zero targets through projects like Hinkley C, Sizewell C, and X Energy.
Day-to-day responsibilities
* Promote effective cooperation across engineering and other teams.
* Interface with customers and supply chain on design and procurement specifications.
* Ensure proper application of procedures, codes, and standards.
* Contribute to Product Safety Assessments and stakeholder engagement.
* Conduct technical investigations and analysis for problem solving and design improvements.
* Drive process improvements for quality and efficiency.
This is a full-time role, 37 hours per week, based at Bristol, Warrington, Leicester, or Newbury, with hybrid working arrangements.
Essential experience
Nuclear experience is not required. We seek candidates who own and deliver, champion high performance, and are willing to challenge the status quo. We welcome applicants from all engineering backgrounds who meet the following:
* Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering or equivalent experience.
* Knowledge of CAD tools and general engineering drawing practices.
* Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
* Ability to achieve and maintain BPSS security clearance.
What we offer
* Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
* Access to a Digital GP, health checks, and nutritional consultations.
* Employee share scheme.
* Shopping savings portal.
* Payment of Professional Fees.
* Reservists receive 10 days of paid leave.
* Holiday Trading allows buying or selling annual leave (February-March).
* ‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering leave annually.
As a leader in the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear is committed to safety, innovation, and sustainability.
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