Area Lead Mechanical

Progressive Recruitment; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Area Lead to oversee critical workstreams in a project converting recovered uranium into new fuel for reactors. You will lead a multidisciplinary team and ensure safety and quality standards. A degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or Chemical Engineering, along with significant experience in related areas, is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in pressure vessel and piping systems in regulated environments.
• Background in nuclear fuel cycle or fuel reprocessing technologies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team across mechanical, nuclear, and chemical domains.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Oversee design, development, and implementation of processes for recovered uranium fuel utilization.
• Drive schedule adherence, cost control, and risk management.

Skills

Mechanical design and analysis

Leadership

Technical guidance in nuclear fuel cycle

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Degree in Nuclear Engineering

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Area Lead to oversee critical workstreams within a pioneering initiative aimed at converting uranium recovered from spent nuclear fuel into new fuel for future reactors. This role is integral to delivering a project that enhances national energy independence and fuel security.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team across mechanical, nuclear, and chemical domains.

Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality standards.

Technical Delivery

Oversee design, development, and implementation of processes for recovered uranium fuel utilisation.

Provide technical guidance on mechanical systems, nuclear fuel cycle, and chemical processing.

Stakeholder Engagement

Liaise with internal teams, regulators, and external partners.

Represent the organisation in technical forums and client meetings.

Project Management

Drive schedule adherence, cost control, and risk management.

Report progress to senior leadership and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.

Proven experience in :

• Mechanical design and analysis (stress, fatigue, fracture mechanics).
• Pressure vessel and piping systems in regulated environments.
• Nuclear fuel cycle or fuel reprocessing technologies.
• Strong leadership and team management...