Senior Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear Systems Leader

AtkinsRéalis; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Derby is seeking Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineers to lead teams on diverse, high‑stakes projects across the UK nuclear sector. You will guide design and substantiation of mechanical equipment, working with cross‑disciplinary teams and embedding into client programmes.

In this role you’ll manage scope, schedules and risk, mentor junior engineers, and liaise with stakeholders to deliver right‑first‑time solutions that meet safety, quality and budget targets.

Qualifications

• Calm under pressure with the ability to bring structure to complex projects.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments and keeps teams organized.
• Collaborative with strong relationship-building and clear communication.
• Able to juggle priorities and solve problems to keep projects moving.
• Experience designing mechanical handling systems, machinery, test rigs or components.
• UK nuclear defence industry experience and a drive to develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex mechanical engineering projects with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Manage timescales, budgets and stakeholder communication.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and maintain project momentum.
• Develop design and substantiation across lifecycle from concept to construction.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to understand goals and deliver right‑first‑time solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Nuclear sector experience

Job description

AtkinsRéalis Derby is seeking Senior/Principal Mechanical Engineers to lead teams on diverse, high‑stakes projects across the UK nuclear sector. You will guide design and substantiation of mechanical equipment, working with cross‑disciplinary teams and embedding into client programmes.

In this role you’ll manage scope, schedules and risk, mentor junior engineers, and liaise with stakeholders to deliver right‑first‑time solutions that meet safety, quality and budget targets.