Senior Mechanical Engineer

Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd; Chorley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a 12-month contract in the United Kingdom. The role involves delivering high-quality design work in the nuclear sector with a competitive rate of £50 per hour. The ideal candidate will have experience in safety-critical systems and proficiency in 3D modeling software, with the advantage of security clearance. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement and a compressed 4-day week for better work-life balance.

Benefits

Compressed work week

Hybrid working model

Competitive rate

Qualifications

• Solid background in mechanical engineering within the nuclear sector.
• Experience in design of safety-critical mechanical systems.
• Strong communicator with good problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mechanical design work.
• Produce and review engineering documentation.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation and standards.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

3D modeling (Inventor/SolidWorks)

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Overview

Contract Opportunity: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: North West (Hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office)

Contract Length: 12 months (with strong likelihood of extension)

Rate: £50 per hour (Outside IR35)

Hours: 4-day week (Monday to Thursday, 10-hour days)

We're looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a growing team delivering complex, safety-critical projects in the nuclear sector. This role is ideal for someone looking to step into a technically engaging position with strong long-term prospects and a supportive working environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality mechanical design work in accordance with nuclear and project-specific standards.
• Produce and review engineering documentation including specifications, calculations, and drawings.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant legislation and standards, including CE marking and the Machinery Directive.
• Support and contribute to design reviews, HAZOPs, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to ensure effective technical delivery.
• Work across all phases of the project lifecycle, from concept to detailed design.

Ideal Candidate

• Solid background in mechanical engineering within the nuclear sector.
• Experience in the design of safety-critical mechanical systems - glovebox experience is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Inventor and/or SolidWorks for 3D modelling and detailed design.
• Familiar with CE marking, the Machinery Directive, and relevant compliance processes.
• Familiar with nuclear regulatory standards and procedures (e.g., AWE, Sellafield).
• Strong communicator with good problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Security Clearance (SC) is highly advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Compressed 4-day working week (Mon-Thurs) - 10-hour days for improved work-life balance.
• Hybrid working - with a minimum of 2 days per week expected in the office.
• Competitive rate up to £50/hr (Outside IR35).
• Secure 12-month initial contract with strong likelihood of extension.

If you're ready to take on a senior engineering role in a high-integrity, technically challenging environment, we'd like to hear from you