Senior Mechanical Engineer

DBD International; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering professional to deliver mechanical design solutions within the nuclear industry. The successful candidate will manage complex engineering work packages while adhering to engineering standards and supporting project delivery. Responsibilities include resolving technical issues, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to safety assessments. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including up to a 20% bonus, health insurance, and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Up to 20% bonus

25 days holiday

Enhanced pension

Private health insurance

Private dental

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer status (or actively working towards professional registration).
• Ongoing professional development aligned with relevant engineering standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering designs and technical solutions for complex systems.
• Produce, review, and approve engineering calculations, drawings, and design documentation.
• Apply relevant engineering standards and regulations throughout the design lifecycle.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and risks related to design changes.
• Support planning, delivery, and communication with stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers.
• Contribute to safety assessments and design assurance activities.
• Maintain configuration control and design integrity across project phases.

Skills

Mechanical design solutions

Technical guidance and mentoring

Problem-solving and technical issue resolution

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

Job description

Role summary

Looking for an experienced mechanical engineering professional responsible for delivering complex engineering work packages within a highly regulated environment. The role focuses on providing robust, fit-for-purpose mechanical design solutions, supporting project delivery to cost and schedule, and acting as a technical authority within a specialist engineering area.

What you will be doing

• Delivering mechanical engineering designs and technical solutions for complex systems and equipment
• Producing, reviewing and approving engineering calculations, drawings, reports and design documentation
• Applying relevant engineering standards, regulations and safety requirements throughout the design lifecycle
• Identifying, assessing and resolving technical issues, risks and design changes
• Supporting project planning, delivery and stakeholder communication
• Providing technical guidance, mentoring and support to less experienced engineers
• Contributing to safety assessments, design substantiation and assurance activities
• Maintaining configuration control and design integrity across project phases

Formal qualifications or training

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer status (or actively working towards professional registration)
• Ongoing professional development aligned with relevant engineering standards and regulations

Make a Difference with DBD

At DBD, we know you're looking for more than just a job – you aspire to make a real impact in the nuclear industry. We offer unique opportunities for growth, empowering you to take influential roles within client organisations.

Our dedicated team collaborates with clients to positively influence projects across Defence, Decommissioning and New Builds. Having doubled in headcount year‑on‑year, over the past two years, we continue to welcome new, sabendo individuals to our team.

We're committed to your success. DBD invests in your development and supports your career trajectory in any direction you want to take it.

Join us to play a key role in shaping the nuclear sector's future.

Make a difference today with DBD.

Benefits

up to 20% bonus, 25 days holiday, enhanced pension, private health insurance, private dental, and more