Nuclear Mechanical Engineering Lead – Onsite UK

Assystem GmbH; Whitehaven; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Whitehaven, UK, is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with strong nuclear sector experience. The role includes managing engineering requirements, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have a minimum of HNC and significant experience in regulated industries. Proficiency in CAD and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers the opportunity to innovate within the energy transition sector and contribute to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Manage and challenge requirements for existing waste containers.
• Provide guidance and assurance to senior engineers and designers.
• Assist in design and process failure mode effects analysis.
• Experience in preparing project documentation and reports.
• Strong understanding of BS8888 and ISO-GPS.

Responsibilities

• Support requirements capture for engineering projects.
• Conduct site surveys and support the production of reports.
• Review drawings for accuracy and compliance.
• Identify and apply lessons learned from experience.
• Guide understanding of tolerances on interface drawings.

Skills

High-level technical competency

Ability to create and develop new ideas

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Stakeholder management

Familiarity with DFMEA and PFMEA

Education

HNC (minimum)

Tools

CAD (Inventor)

Job description

A leading engineering company in Whitehaven, UK, is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with strong nuclear sector experience. The role includes managing engineering requirements, mentoring team members, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates must have a minimum of HNC and significant experience in regulated industries. Proficiency in CAD and excellent communication skills are essential. This position offers the opportunity to innovate within the energy transition sector and contribute to impactful projects.