Mechanical Design Engineer

Rullion; Preston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment company is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a contract in Preston. The role involves designing modifications for existing facilities and contributing to new-build structures on a Nuclear Licensed Site. Candidates should have mechanical engineering experience, knowledge of design software, and compliance with safety regulations. This position is based on-site, offering £45-55 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience with design governance documentation such as Design Quality Plans.
• Knowledge of producing mechanical designs in a Design Office environment.
• Experience in modification of chemical process plants or material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out design changes and contribute to new-build structures.
• Prepare equipment specifications and evaluate tenders.
• Review and validate design work and oversee junior team members.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

Team collaboration

Design software (AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit)

Compliance with CDM Regulations

Education

HNC/degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Revit

Job description

Overview

Job title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Type: Contract
IR35 Status: Inside IR35
Start date: Subject to clearance
Duration: 12 Month Rolling Contract
Pay rate: £45-55 per hour umbrella (depending on experience)
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Working: 5 Days onsite (4 days after 6 months)
Hours of work: 37-40 Hours Per Week

Responsibilities

• Carry out design changes to existing facilities and contribute to the design of new-build structures on a Nuclear Licensed Site. Deliver mechanical engineering designs in line with defined standards, regulatory requirements, and internal design control procedures. Complete assigned work packages with a focus on quality, safety, and adherence to project timelines.
• Provide support across the full design lifecycle—from initial concept and development through to final production and handover.
• Prepare equipment specifications, initiate and evaluate tenders, produce detailed designs (including drawings and supporting documents), and generate commissioning and handover documentation.
• Review and validate design work, and oversee junior team members such as mechanical designers and draughtspeople.
• Provide Intelligent Customer oversight, ensuring quality and scope compliance for work subcontracted to external design firms.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within multidiscipline teams engaged in mechanical engineering design activities associated with the modification of existing/new chemical process plants or material handling equipment.
• Producing and working to design governance documentation/procedures, such as Design Quality Plans, Design Risk Assessments, Design Reviews, etc.
• Experience with design software tools such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Revit, etc.
• Knowledge and experience in the responsibilities placed on Designers under the CDM Regulations 2015.
• Suitably qualified and experienced (HNC/degree) in producing Mechanical designs in a Design Office environment.

Helpful (advantageous) experience

• Experience of producing designs for chemical plant environments including associated mechanical services.
• Experience of producing designs for nuclear facilities.
• Experience of piping and vessel design.

Security / Eligibility

UK National Security Vetting Status - All candidates must be Eligible to obtain BPSS Clearance.

Application

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Notes

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Company information

This contract is being advertised by Rullion Ltd. Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion\'s approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.