Mechanical Design Engineer — High-Impact, Safe Systems

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK nuclear technology organization is seeking candidates for an engineering role focused on delivering innovative design solutions within the Nuclear Physics Package Group. This position involves collaborating with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and contribute to product lifecycle management. Applicants should possess a relevant engineering qualification, experience in engineering design, awareness of testing techniques, and a desire for professional development. This role offers a competitive salary package and extensive benefits, including flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

9-day working fortnight

Flexible working arrangements

Professional career development opportunities

Market leading contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or vocational qualification in engineering with practical experience.
• Awareness of destructive testing techniques for certification.
• Experience in producing outline designs and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver agreed objectives and project deliverables.
• Engage with stakeholders for design compliance and planning.
• Support delivery of conceptual and detail designs.

Skills

Destructive and Non-destructive testing techniques

Engineering design development

Technical report preparation

Education

Degree or equivalent in engineering discipline

Tools

Computer Aided Design (CAD) systems

Job description

A leading UK nuclear technology organization is seeking candidates for an engineering role focused on delivering innovative design solutions within the Nuclear Physics Package Group. This position involves collaborating with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance with safety standards and contribute to product lifecycle management. Applicants should possess a relevant engineering qualification, experience in engineering design, awareness of testing techniques, and a desire for professional development. This role offers a competitive salary package and extensive benefits, including flexible working arrangements.