Mechanical Engineer (Safety Review)

Millbank; Greenock; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings Ltd is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to support a defence and nuclear infrastructure programme. On-site at a highly regulated facility, you will contribute to Periodic Safety Reviews and ensure the continued safe operation of critical assets.

The role involves producing and reviewing engineering design documentation, conducting site inspections, defining performance and reliability requirements, reviewing maintenance processes, and assessing equipment condition

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical engineering experience, ideally involving systems such as pumps, cranes, HVAC equipment, pressure systems or diesel generators.
• Demonstrable experience supporting or delivering Periodic Safety Reviews in regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of UK and international engineering standards; ability to develop practical, cost-effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Produce, review and evaluate engineering design documentation for infrastructure and plant systems.
• Conduct site inspections and asset condition assessments, generating Periodic Safety Review documentation.
• Define operational, performance and reliability requirements for mechanical infrastructure.
• Review maintenance and work management processes to support safe and effective asset operation.
• Assess equipment condition, design compliance, aging effects and suitability for continued service while promoting safety, security and contract governance.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification in engineering

Job description

Are you a Mechanical Engineer looking to play a key role in the safety and long-term operation of critical nuclear infrastructure? Do you have experience carrying out Periodic Safety Reviews (PSRs) and assessing the ongoing fitness for service of engineering assets? Can you apply your knowledge of mechanical systems and engineering standards to support complex safety-critical facilities?

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy supporting a major UK defence and nuclear infrastructure programme. Working on-site at a highly regulated facility, you will contribute to Periodic Safety Reviews and provide technical engineering support to ensure the continued safe operation of critical assets.

The Role

This role would suit candidates working in these roles; Senior Mechanical Engineer, PSR Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Asset Integrity Engineer, Plant Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Reliability Engineer, Nuclear Engineer, Mechanical Project Engineer, or Engineering Consultant. We would also welcome applications from these industries; Defence, power generation, petrochemical, oil & gas, and other highly regulated engineering environments.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Produce, review and evaluate engineering design documentation for infrastructure and plant systems.
• Conduct site inspections and asset condition assessments, generating supporting Periodic Safety Review documentation.
• Define operational, performance and reliability requirements for mechanical infrastructure.
• Review maintenance and work management processes to support safe and effective asset operation.
• Assess equipment condition, design compliance, ageing effects and suitability for continued service while promoting high standards of safety, security and contract governance.

You will have the following qualifications and experience

• HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, supported by practical industry experience.
• Proven mechanical engineering experience, ideally involving systems such as pumps, cranes, HVAC equipment, pressure systems or diesel generators.
• Demonstrable experience supporting or delivering Periodic Safety Reviews involving structures, systems and components within regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of UK and international engineering standards together with the ability to develop practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Excellent communication, analytical and workload management skills, with the ability to make sound evidence-based technical decisions.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.