14D Engineer - Mechanical Handling

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a 14D Engineer specializing in Mechanical Handling to support critical infrastructure projects at a nuclear-licensed site. This role involves working on innovative designs, upgrading facilities, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical design skills, proficiency in MathCAD, and a background in regulated environments. Join a vibrant team dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of the MoD's submarine and warship programmes while enjoying the scenic beauty of Plymouth. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic engineering environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical handling and design, especially in regulated environments.
• Understanding of nuclear safety processes and documentation control.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering project scope by drafting technical documentation and managing design records.
• Support project planning and maintain technical registers.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Report Writing

Communication Skills

Nuclear Safety Knowledge

MathCAD Proficiency

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

MathCAD

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14D Engineer - Mechanical Handling, Plymouth

Client: JAM Recruitment

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role

• Work on dock bottom lift, scheme design, and controlled design.
• Build and construct new fences, turnstiles, access perimeters, and CCTV systems.
• Install new electrical systems and remove existing HVAC systems.
• Upgrade facility markings, including pedestrian markings.

Experience required

• Ideally, experience working for Babcock on a licensed Nuclear site.
• Knowledge or experience of Defence or other licensed sites, understanding of Nuclear safety cases and requirements.
• Ability to interpret and mark up engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Eurocode (not essential).
• Proficiency in MathCAD (essential).

Overview

Supporting the MoD's submarine and warship programmes through infrastructure investment at Devonport. The Major Infrastructure Projects (MIP) Business Unit manages this, with the Dock Readiness project delivering infrastructure upgrades for a nuclear-licensed dry dock used for submarine defuels.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Design Manager in delivering project scope, including drafting technical documentation, overseeing 3D models, and managing design records.
• Support updating project documents and converting existing design records into 3D models.
• Maintain technical and project registers and support planning activities.

Requirements

• Experience in mechanical handling, systems/services, and mechanical design, including modifications and commissioning.
• Proven track record in regulated environments, preferably in nuclear or defence industries.
• Understanding of nuclear safety-led engineering processes and documentation control.
• Strong report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, MathCAD, and other relevant software.
• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Chartered Engineer status preferred.

About Babcock and Devonport

Babcock provides engineering services across Marine, Land, Aviation, and Nuclear sectors. The role is based at Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth, offering a vibrant environment with excellent amenities and proximity to scenic locations.