Principal Mechanical Engineer

Rullion; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 8 years in the nuclear sector. The role involves leading engineering activities, producing technical documentation, and supporting junior team members. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, chartered status, and experience with mechanical handling systems. This is a contractor position with competitive salary and is based in Warrington, Cumbria or Abingdon.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience, ideally in nuclear or regulated industries.
• Chartered engineer status (IMechE preferred).
• Experience with engineering design and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities across project lifecycles.
• Produce and review technical documentation.
• Conduct studies for mechanical handling systems in high-activity environments.
• Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure design intent is met.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Technical documentation

Mechanical handling systems

Continuous improvement

Team mentorship

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Job title: Principal Mechanical Engineer - 8 year minimum in the Nuclear sector

Job Type: Contractor

Start date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive

Location: Warrington, Cumbria or Abingdon

Hours of work: Up to 37 hours per week

Role

• You'll lead mechanical engineering activities across project lifecycles, including design, manufacture, construction, and commissioning support.
• Producing and reviewing technical documentation (drawings, P&IDs, flow diagrams, specifications).
• Conducting studies for mechanical handling systems and powder processing in high-activity environments.
• Liaising with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure design intent is met.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Driving technical solutions, continuous improvement, and safe working practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years' relevant experience, ideally in nuclear or regulated industries.
• Chartered engineer (IMechE preferred).
• Experience with engineering design, documentation, and mechanical handling systems. Multi-cultural team experience; French desirable but not essential.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Company information: This contract is being advertised by Rullion Ltd. Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.