Mechanical Design Engineer

Carrington West; Reading; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan recherche un ingénieur concepteur mécanique pour un programme de décommissionnement nucléaire. Le candidat idéal aura une passion pour le design dans des environnements critiques pour la sécurité, avec au moins 2 ans d'expérience dans le domaine et la capacité de travailler avec des outils de CAO tels qu'AutoCAD et SolidWorks. Un diplôme en ingénierie est requis, ainsi qu'une bonne compréhension des normes de conformité pertinentes.

Qualifications

• Au moins 2 ans d'expérience en ingénierie de conception mécanique, idéalement dans le secteur nucléaire.
• Compréhension forte de la législation et conformité en ingénierie.
• Organisé, avec de solides compétences en communication et en collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les processus de conception mécanique de la conception à la livraison en utilisant des outils CAD.
• Produire des documents techniques conformes aux normes réglementaires nucléaires.
• Assurer la conformité des conceptions avec la législation en santé et sécurité.

Skills

Design mécanique

Compétences en communication

Collaboration

Education

Diplôme en ingénierie mécanique ou discipline connexe

HNC/HND souhaité

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

FEA

Job description

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: £54 per hour (inclusive of base location expenses)

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.

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 02394314916 or contact me via [e-mail]