Mechanical Engineer

Ignite Talent Group; Workington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ignite Talent Group is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a project delivery team in Warrington. You will deliver complex mechanical design solutions for large-scale nuclear decommissioning projects, collaborating with EC&I, civil, and process disciplines to ensure safe, compliant, and integrated outcomes.

The role involves producing detailed design documentation, participating in design reviews and risk assessments, and supporting project planning, cost estimation, and schedule

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional registration highly advantageous.
• Experience delivering mechanical design in highly regulated industries (nuclear preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of complex mechanical handling systems, components, and assemblies for use in nuclear environments.
• Produce and review detailed design documentation including design reports, calculations, 3D models, and manufacturing drawings.
• Apply sound engineering judgement to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Work closely with EC&I, civil, and process engineering disciplines to deliver fully integrated engineering solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and HAZOP/HAZAN studies.
• Contribute to project planning, cost estimation, and schedule management.
• Ensure designs meet client specifications and standards while maintaining operability, maintainability, and safety.

Skills

Mechanical design

Regulated industries experience

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Project delivery

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

We are supporting a leading engineering organisation within the nuclear sector, seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their project delivery team in Warrington. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering complex mechanical design solutions across large-scale nuclear decommissioning projects.

This position offers the opportunity to contribute to technically challenging programmes that play a vital role in the UK’s nuclear clean-up and safety operations, working collaboratively with other engineering disciplines and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of complex mechanical handling systems, components, and assemblies for use in nuclear environments.
• Produce and review detailed design documentation including design reports, calculations, 3D models, and manufacturing drawings.
• Apply sound engineering judgement to ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Work closely with EC&I, civil, and process engineering disciplines to deliver fully integrated engineering solutions.
• Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and HAZOP/HAZAN studies.
• Contribute to project planning, cost estimation, and schedule management.
• Ensure designs meet client specifications and standards while maintaining a focus on operability, maintainability, and safety.

Core Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in mechanical design and engineering delivery within highly regulated industries (nuclear preferred, but oil & gas, defence, or power generation considered).
• Demonstrable experience in the design and development of mechanical handling systems and related equipment.
• Proficient in the use of common design tools such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar 3D CAD platforms.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, materials selection, manufacturing methods, and design substantiation.
• Experience producing and managing detailed design documentation and supporting project assurance processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interface effectively across disciplines and stakeholders.

Qualifications & Accreditations

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards professional registration highly advantageous.
• Additional industry accreditations or nuclear safety training (e.g., SQEP, IOSH, SC clearance) are highly desirable.