Mechanical Designer

Ignite Talent Group; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite Talent Group is seeking a Mechanical Designer to support complex engineering projects in a highly regulated environment in Whitehaven, UK. You will develop mechanical designs from concept to detailed design, ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve systems, equipment and facilities for decommissioning, asset management and upgrades, while ensuring adherence to applicable legislation and standards.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience delivering mechanical design in regulated industries such as Nuclear, Defence, Energy, Pharmaceutical, or Process sectors.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD software: Inventor, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo.
• Ability to interpret engineering specs, P&IDs and design requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with decommissioning, demolition, waste handling, or facility modification projects.
• Familiarity with design substantiation, change control and safety-case environments.

Responsibilities

• Produce General Arrangement, manufacturing and assembly drawings.
• Create piping and support designs per project requirements.
• Develop designs from concept through detailed design and implementation.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard reviews and multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Liaise with engineers, PMs, construction teams and suppliers to ensure design intent.
• Prepare design documentation, technical reports, calculations and specifications.
• Ensure outputs comply with QA and configuration control.
• Support site surveys and verify existing installations.
• Resolve design queries during procurement, manufacture, installation and commissioning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and engineering best practices.

Skills

2D CAD

3D CAD

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Creo

Engineering principles

Stakeholder engagement

Independent work

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

We are seeking a Mechanical Designer to support the delivery of complex engineering projects within a highly regulated industrial environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing mechanical design solutions from concept through detailed design, ensuring compliance with applicable safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, the Mechanical Designer will contribute to the design, modification, and improvement of systems, equipment, and infrastructure supporting decommissioning, asset management, and facility upgrade programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• General Arrangement (GA) drawings
• Manufacturing and fabrication drawings
• Assembly drawings
• Piping and support designs
• Develop designs in accordance with project requirements, engineering standards, and applicable legislation.
• Support the design lifecycle from concept development through detailed design and implementation.
• Participate in design reviews, hazard reviews, and multidisciplinary coordination meetings.
• Liaise with engineers, project managers, construction teams, and external suppliers to ensure design intent is achieved.
• Prepare and update design documentation, technical reports, calculations, and specifications where required.
• Ensure all design outputs comply with quality assurance processes and configuration control requirements.
• Support site surveys, data gathering activities, and verification of existing installations
• Assist in resolving design queries during procurement, manufacture, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and the development of engineering best practices.
• HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering mechanical design work within highly regulated industries such as:
• Nuclear
• Defence
• Energy
• Pharmaceutical
• Process industries
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, such as:
• Autodesk Inventor
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks
• Creo
• Understanding of mechanical engineering principles, fabrication methods, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience producing design documentation to recognised engineering standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering specifications, P&IDs, technical drawings, and design requirements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience supporting decommissioning, demolition, waste handling, or facility modification projects.
• Familiarity with design substantiation processes and engineering change control.
• Experience working within safety-case-driven or heavily regulated environments.
• Knowledge of lifting equipment, containment systems, remote handling equipment, or bespoke mechanical plant.
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Understanding of quality management systems and configuration management processes.

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Safety-conscious mindset with a commitment to engineering excellence.
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic project environment.