Mechanical Engineer

Westlakes Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking Mechanical Engineers for contract or permanent roles in Cumbria. Successful candidates will deliver engineering design and technical support, produce and review documentation, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Applicants should possess a degree in Mechanical Engineering and experience in regulated industries like nuclear or heavy engineering. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential. This position offers opportunities to contribute to important projects while working in a focused environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in regulated industries such as nuclear, energy, defence or heavy engineering.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment design, and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering design, analysis and technical support across a range of projects.
• Produce and review engineering calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports.
• Support safety case development by providing mechanical input to hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including safety, electrical and civil engineers.
• Interface with clients, regulators and stakeholders to support technical decision-making.
• Ensure work complies with relevant codes, standards, quality requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Support project delivery to agreed scope, schedule and budget.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for Mechanical Engineers to be engaged on a contract or permanent basis in Cumbria.

The Role

• Deliver mechanical engineering design, analysis and technical support across a range of projects.
• Produce and review engineering calculations, specifications, drawings and technical reports.
• Support safety case development by providing mechanical input to hazard identification and risk assessments.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including safety, electrical and civil engineers.
• Interface with clients, regulators and stakeholders to support technical decision‑making.
• Ensure work complies with relevant codes, standards, quality requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Support project delivery to agreed scope, schedule and budget.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree‑qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in regulated industries such as nuclear, energy, defence or heavy engineering.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, equipment design, and engineering standards.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Why We’re Different

Westlakes Recruit are a people solutions business that understands the complexities of nuclear and the importance of our clients’ mission critical objectives.
Smarter, faster, more agile – we have a laser focus on nuclear, with deep sectoral knowledge.
We develop nuclear talent pools before you know you need them! We do Nuclear. We only do Nuclear. We do all of Nuclear.
Powering a Diverse Nuclear Future.

As an equal opportunities business, we value applications.