Senior Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear & Defence

Mott MacDonald; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Flexible benefits

Annual bonus schemes

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Nuclear, Defence and Civil division. You will work in a multi-disciplinary design team on innovative projects, delivering high-quality mechanical solutions from concept to execution.

Role involves producing detailed designs and docs, performing calculations, and bidding support. UK site work with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance; mobility and collaboration across teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Chartered or progress toward chartered status with a recognised body (IMechE or equivalent).
• Experience in defence, nuclear, or other regulated industries is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed design drawings, layouts, and P&IDs.
• Produce documentation such as condition reports, survey reports, basis of designs, and procurement specifications.
• Perform and review mechanical design calculations, including stress and fluid flow analysis.
• Conduct detailed surveys of mechanical equipment and installations to assess condition and future needs.
• Produce and review equipment specifications and plant schedules.
• Contribute to bids and estimates and assist with proposals.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, including CDM standards.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team and communicate effectively with project stakeholders.

Skills

Detailed design drawings

P&IDs

Stress analysis

Team collaboration

Client liaison

Education

Chartered status with IMechE

Job description

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Nuclear, Defence and Civil division. You will work in a multi-disciplinary design team on innovative projects, delivering high-quality mechanical solutions from concept to execution.

Role involves producing detailed designs and docs, performing calculations, and bidding support. UK site work with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance; mobility and collaboration across teams are essential.