Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Safety-Critical

Sellafield; Butterwick; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm is seeking a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to join its MSSS-OBLM project in Butterwick. The position offers a hybrid working model with a mix of on-site collaboration in Warrington and remote work. Responsibilities include managing mechanical engineering tasks, ensuring compliance with safety requirements, and mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a strong background in nuclear or regulated industries and offers competitive pay of £51-£61/hour, emphasizing impactful safety-critical work.

Qualifications

• Experience operating at Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer level.
• Background in nuclear or similarly highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with Sellafield MSSS / OBLM design processes is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and manage mechanical engineering tasks across MSSS-OBLM project scopes.
• Develop, review and approve designs and specifications.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical systems expertise

Strong technical capability

Task-based engineering delivery

Collaboration in multi-disciplinary teams

Job description

A leading nuclear engineering firm is seeking a Senior or Principal Mechanical Engineer to join its MSSS-OBLM project in Butterwick. The position offers a hybrid working model with a mix of on-site collaboration in Warrington and remote work. Responsibilities include managing mechanical engineering tasks, ensuring compliance with safety requirements, and mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a strong background in nuclear or regulated industries and offers competitive pay of £51-£61/hour, emphasizing impactful safety-critical work.