Senior Mechanical Engineer

STR Group Limited; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a hybrid role in Bristol. The role involves creating cutting-edge mechanical designs for nuclear projects, collaborating across teams, and driving progress toward Net Zero initiatives. Candidates should have a minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, CAD knowledge, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits and training opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Collaborative, innovation-driven environment

Continuous learning via accredited training

Competitive company benefits

Contribute to the UK's Net Zero future

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• Knowledge of CAD tools and general engineering drawing practice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to achieve SC clearance.

Responsibilities

• Creating and developing mechanical designs for nuclear and power projects.
• Collaborating across teams to deliver solutions.
• Ensuring industry codes and safety procedures are applied.
• Carrying out technical investigations for improvement.
• Driving progress toward Net Zero.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Innovation and improvement drive

Knowledge of CAD tools

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering

Job description

Overview

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Bristol

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract Inside IR35

Rate: £50 p/h

Type: Hybrid

Location: Bristol

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our team. Are you the kind of engineer who looks at a complex challenge and thinks, “Let's make it better - and cleaner”? Do you thrive when solving problems others call impossible? Then this sounds like the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Creating and developing cutting-edge mechanical designs for nuclear and power projects.
• Collaborating across engineering, supply chain, and client teams to deliver world-class solutions.
• Ensuring industry codes, standards, and safety procedures are applied correctly.
• Carrying out technical investigations within the operational and/or design lifecycle to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Championing innovation and driving progress toward Net Zero.
• Apply engineering domain knowledge to produce technical solutions and documentation

Skills and Experience

• Minimum HNC/HND (or equivalent) in Engineering.
• Knowledge of CAD tools and general engineering drawing practice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A drive to challenge, improve, and deliver excellence — whatever your background.
• Nuclear knowledge is preferred but not essential
• Must be able to achieve SC clearance

What's in it for you?

• Collaborative, innovation-driven environment.
• Continuous learning via Expleo Academy accredited training.
• Competitive company benefits.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to the UK's Net Zero future.
• The chance to work with an equal opportunities employer

If you're a Senior Mechanical Engineer, ready to take on your next role, then please apply below with your CV.