Senior Mechanical Engineer

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Risley; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for a contract role. The successful candidate will manage mechanical engineering activities, ensuring adherence to design standards and safety regulations. Required qualifications include a degree in Mechanical Engineering and significant experience in mechanical equipment. This hybrid position allows for 3 days onsite, offering a competitive rate of £50 – £62 per hour. Applicants must be eligible for SC clearance.

Qualifications

• Experience in specification, design, and risk assessment of mechanical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of design codes and safety standards.
• Demonstrable experience in complex engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and review of specifications, datasheets, and technical deliverables.
• Conduct Designer Risk Assessments for safety compliance.
• Provide technical leadership and support to junior engineers.
• Interface with engineering teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering principles

Specification and design analysis

Risk assessment

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Technical leadership

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Contract)

Location: Warrington or Preston or Newbury or Bristol (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 days remote)

Rate: £50 – £62 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)

Duration: 12 months

Clearance: Must be eligible for SC clearance

About the Project

This role is part of the UK Tails Management Facility (TMF) programme, a major project supporting the safe processing of depleted uranium hexafluoride. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering engineering scope across complex equipment such as gloveboxes, pumps, filters, sampling cabinets, lifts, cranes, and hoists‑ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient solutions for this critical facility.

The Role

You will manage the delivery of mechanical engineering and technical activities, from producing specifications and datasheets through to risk assessments, design reviews, and technical reports. Acting as a subject matter expert, you’ll apply engineering standards, codes, and regulations while supporting project safety assessments and mentoring less experienced engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and review of specifications, datasheets, calculations, and technical deliverables for mechanical equipment.
• Carry out and review Designer Risk Assessments (DRAs) across PUWER, PED, and work environments.
• Ensure adherence to safety cases, regulations, codes, and standards throughout the design lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and support to junior team members.
• Interface with multidisciplinary engineering teams and engage directly with stakeholders.
• Support project planning, risk management, and the resolution of technical challenges.
• Act as Technical Authority or Engineering Lead when authorised.

Requirements (Essential)

• Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it).
• Significant experience in specification, design, and risk assessment of mechanical equipment such as pumps, filters, gloveboxes, cranes, and hoists.
• Demonstrable experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams on complex engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, design codes, and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Desirable

• Member of a relevant professional institute or eligible for registration with the Engineering Council.
• Experience delivering engineering scope from concept through to Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC).
• Background across both commercial and defence‑related engineering projects.
• Experience with fabricated structures, welding, or plant assembly equipment.

How to Apply

If you have the right background and are ready for your next contract challenge, please apply with your CV today.