Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
- Location:
-
Cumbria
- Sector:
- Nuclear
- Job Type:
- Contract
- Salary:
- Market related
- Reference:
- SK/R/091678
Role
IR35: Inside
Our Client has a requirement for a Mechanical Design Engineer and a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, who will be required to work on a contract basis at Sellafield.
Role Purpose:
To design and deliver mechanical handling solutions, including rigs, tools, and storage racks, for the clients project. The successful candidate will work closely with the Project Engineering Manager, multi-disciplinary teams, and the Client to ensure safe, efficient, and technically compliant design delivery on a nationally important project.
Job Role Responsibilities:
- Design mechanical handling equipment and storage solutions for pond operations.
- Produce and review NFRs, feasibility studies, and Design Intent Reports (DIRs) (Senior role).
- Check, approve, and maintain mechanical design deliverables to ensure accuracy and compliance (Senior role).
- Manage design documentation, including drawings and technical specifications.
- Maintain configuration control of engineering deliverables and integration with other disciplines.
- Liaise with SL designers and other discipline teams to ensure compliance with design and construction regulations.
- Provide regular progress reports and updates to the Mechanical Responsible Engineer.
- Plan and prioritise work effectively, resolving technical challenges as they arise.
- Use AutoCAD, Navisworks, and 3D scanning software to transfer accurate site data to the design team.
- Contribute technical knowledge to Design and Constructability Reviews (Senior role).
- Apply Lessons From Experience (LFE) and plant knowledge throughout project delivery (Senior role).
Experience / Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:
- HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Strong plant knowledge and operational experience.
- Experience using CIMAGE on the SL System.
- Positive, proactive attitude with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Hold SC clearance (British Sole National) and a Sellafield pass.
Company Information
At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.
We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Mechanical Design Engineer and a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking for new employment.
