Lead Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established international engineering organization seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer in the nuclear sector. This role involves leading engineering teams, ensuring compliance with nuclear standards, and driving project delivery in a hybrid working environment. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth and involvement in clean energy projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits tailored to experience

Professional development support

Inclusive and collaborative engineering culture

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors.
• Demonstrable background in leading engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of UK nuclear legislation and engineering design codes.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical engineering scope across nuclear projects.
• Provide strategic technical leadership to teams and partners.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards for safety and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

Lead Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Sector Location: United Kingdom | Hybrid | Permanent
A well-established international engineering and services organisation is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead high-impact projects within the nuclear sector. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future of energy and infrastructure through technical leadership and innovation.
Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the mechanical engineering scope across complex nuclear-focused projects, from feasibility to commissioning
• Provide strategic technical leadership to internal teams and external partners
• Ensure rigorous adherence to nuclear industry standards, including safety, regulatory compliance, and quality control
• Guide the preparation and review of technical documentation, specifications, and design deliverables
• Collaborate with clients, design teams, and subcontractors to drive project delivery and engineering excellence
• Promote continuous improvement and best practice within design and execution phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (Master’s )
• Chartered Engineer status or on the pathway towards chartership
• Extensive experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated sectors (e.g. defence, petrochemical, energy)
• Demonstrable background in leading engineering teams and delivering complex projects
• Strong knowledge of UK nuclear legislation, safety case development, and engineering design codes
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary and benefits tailored to experience. £70,000 - £80,000 basicsalary & car allowance
• Professional development support and structured career growth
• An inclusive and collaborative engineering culture
• Involvement in meaningful projects contributing to the clean energy transition

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