Mechanical Design Engineer

Carrington West; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a high-profile nuclear decommissioning programme in Reading. The role requires CAD proficiency, strong knowledge of engineering legislation, and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include leading design processes and producing regulatory-compliant documentation. This position is contract-based with a competitive hourly rate and requires Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• Degree–qualified in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years' experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally in nuclear or high-hazard sectors.
• Proficient in CAD and understanding of engineering legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design processes using CAD tools.
• Produce technical documentation in line with nuclear regulatory standards.
• Ensure design compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.

Skills

Mechanical design engineering

CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Collaboration and communication

FEA and design validation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

I am recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a high–profile nuclear decommissioning programme in Reading. This role is ideal for someone passionate about mechanical systems design in safety–critical environments. You'll be at the forefront of delivering safe, compliant, and robust mechanical designs that support the decommissioning of nuclear facilities.

• Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer – Nuclear Decommissioning Projects
• Location: Reading (3–4 days on–site per week)
• Duration: 6–12 months Contract
• Start Date: ASAP
• Rate: GBP54 per hour (inclusive of base location expenses)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mechanical design processes from concept to delivery using CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Produce technical documentation including specifications, reports and manuals in line with nuclear regulatory standards.
• Support prototyping, simulations and FEA to validate and refine design concepts.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders across design, engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Ensure design compliance with health, safety, environmental, and nuclear legislation alongside engaging in continuous improvement of design methodologies and industry best practices
• Provide input across multiple project stages, from feasibility through to construction and commissioning.

Expectations/Qualifications:

• Degree–qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (minimum ONC/OND required; HNC/HND desirable).
• 2+ years' experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally within the nuclear or high–hazard sectors.
• Proficient in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks), with experience in FEA and design validation tools an advantage.
• Strong understanding of engineering legislation and design compliance.
• Highly organised with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Please note that this role will require Security Clearance.

If this role is of interest to you, please give me a call on (phone number removed) or contact me via (url removed)