Principal Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear, COR7349

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer who will take ownership of projects in the nuclear sector. Responsibilities include designing complex systems and conducting risk assessments. Candidates should have proven mechanical engineering experience and be competent in CAD tools like SolidWorks. This role offers a hybrid work environment with excellent benefits including an annual bonus, healthcare support, and 26 days of holiday.

Benefits

Hybrid working - 3 days in office, 2 days remote

Annual bonus

Flexible working

Life assurance

26 days holiday + Bank holidays

Healthcare support

Qualifications

• Proven experience within mechanical engineering.
• Competent with hand calculations of stress systems.
• Familiar with mechanical handling systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver projects for handling systems.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage design changes.
• Travel to nuclear sites to oversee project delivery.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

CAD proficiency

Hand calculations

Knowledge of FEA

Experience with robotics

Tools

SolidWorks

Ansys/Workbench

Job description

Overview

Principal Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear, COR7349

As a highly experienced Mechanical Engineer, the Principal Mechanical Engineer will take complete ownership of projects relating to the delivery of world class technology solutions, such as handling systems in complex hazardous environments. In a client-facing role, including travelling to nuclear sites and facilities across the UK and internationally, the Principal Mechanical Engineer is expected to take responsibility for the design and delivery of projects, including the specification, design development, detail design, and documentation, as well as design change management and conducting risk assessments.

The Company

The Principal Mechanical Engineer will join a leading company working with clients in the nuclear sector, offering comprehensive, cutting-edge engineering solutions. The successful Principal Mechanical Engineer will be joining a team who drive innovation, solve complex challenges with advanced technology and focus on sustainability and safety. You\'ll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a role with excellent development opportunities in an interesting and diverse environment. Our client is committed to hiring candidates from a diverse background. They want to bring out the best in people by creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard and supported.

Benefits

• Hybrid working - 3 days in the Abingdon office, with 2 days working from home
• Annual bonus
• Flexible working
• Life Assurance
• 26 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Healthcare support

What\'s required to be successful in this Principal Mechanical Engineer role?

• Proven experience within mechanical engineering - a candidate comfortable designing bearing and motor/gearbox systems, rotating and linear machines, etc.
• Competent with hand calculations of stress systems and dynamic machine design performance, working from first principles
• Competent with CAD and PLM system usage, with a preference for SolidWorks
• Familiar with FEA and complex analyses using Ansys/Workbench
• A familiarity with mechanical handling systems - ideally robotics and mechatronics - would be advantageous, as would any experience gained from within the nuclear sector

What\'s Next?

If you are a Mechanical Engineer looking for your next technical challenge, and would like to know more about this excellent opportunity; apply now for immediate consideration!

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