Senior Nuclear Mechanical Lead Engineer

Rullion; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 8 years in the nuclear sector. The role involves leading engineering activities, producing technical documentation, and supporting junior team members. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, chartered status, and experience with mechanical handling systems. This is a contractor position with competitive salary and is based in Warrington, Cumbria or Abingdon.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' relevant experience, ideally in nuclear or regulated industries.
• Chartered engineer status (IMechE preferred).
• Experience with engineering design and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities across project lifecycles.
• Produce and review technical documentation.
• Conduct studies for mechanical handling systems in high-activity environments.
• Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure design intent is met.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Technical documentation

Mechanical handling systems

Continuous improvement

Team mentorship

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer with a minimum of 8 years in the nuclear sector. The role involves leading engineering activities, producing technical documentation, and supporting junior team members. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, chartered status, and experience with mechanical handling systems. This is a contractor position with competitive salary and is based in Warrington, Cumbria or Abingdon.