Mechanical Design Engineer

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team at the UTD office in Capenhurst. As a Mechanical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering Conceptual and Basic Design (Front-End Engineering Design) for new builds or modifications of production facilities. You will collaborate closely with the Senior Engineer Mechanical, contributing to design development, specifications, and substantiation. Additionally, you will provide valuable input to the Plant Safety Case and contribute to the development of Plant Design concepts. This includes conducting feasibility studies and exploring the best available technologies to support Urenco s design delivery.

At Urenco, we are committed to providing opportunities for growth and development. If you meet most, but not all, of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply. We are dedicated to nurturing the potential of our people and offer world-class training, mentoring, and development experiences.

What you ll do:

• Safety Culture Promotion: Actively advocate for a proactive safety culture and conduct analysis to foster a learning-from-experience approach.
• Plant Design & Safety: Ensure that plant designs incorporate safety features, based on best industrial practices and lessons learned from the nuclear industry.
• Mechanical Design Engineering: Contribute to the determination of mechanical design aspects, options, and evaluations for feasibility/optioneering/best technology studies.
• Conceptual Design & Specifications: Support the delivery of Conceptual Design and Design Specifications with a focus on mechanical systems and equipment.
• Basic Design Support: Assist in the development of Basic Design packages for Core Plant Technology (CPT) and Utility Systems (e.g., HVAC, GEVS, compressed air, cooling water) as they pertain to mechanical systems.
• Oversight of Detailed Design: Provide guidance and oversight for Detailed Design and supplier manufacturing processes as requested by site or group project managers.
• Core Plant & Utility Systems Expertise: Maintain and define expertise for Core Plant Technology (CPT) and Utility systems, ensuring compliance with Urenco s best safety practices and cutting-edge technologies.
• Design & Safety Case Standards: Establish, control, and maintain Group Reference Design and safety case standards, including core UF6 enrichment systems (pumps, valves, stations) and critical utility systems in support of UTD activities.
• Post Implementation Reviews: Contribute to Post Implementation Reviews in the P&M expertise area to ensure continuous improvement based on safety, compliance, operational, and asset management feedback.

What You ll Need to Thrive in This Role:

• Educational Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Process Technology, Nuclear, or Mechanical Engineering. Alternatively, equivalent qualifications in combination with a Professional Engineer (PE) license obtained through accredited examination in relevant areas.
• Relevant Experience: Recognised experience within the mechanical engineering or design field, particularly in the nuclear or industrial sectors.
• Problem Solving & Analysis: Demonstrated ability to analyse and model complex technical design issues, developing advanced design solutions.
• Engineering Expertise: Proven experience in design and engineering, particularly with complex systems and equipment.

What can you expect from us?

• Generous Annual Leave: Starting at 25 days, increasing by one day every two years (up to 30 days), plus 13 additional flexible days. Option to buy or sell up to 5 holiday days.
• Family-Friendly Policies: A wide range of policies to support work-life balance and family needs.
• Bonus Scheme: A competitive bonus scheme based on company and individual performance.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution plan with up to 16% employer contribution.
• Private Medical & Dental Cover: Single coverage with the option to purchase additional benefits.
• Flexible Benefits: Life assurance, income protection, and other options tailored to your lifestyle, with tax and National Insurance savings.
• Training & Development: A focus on continuous learning, with personalised training packages to support your career growth, including mandatory health and safety courses.

Security vetting

Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we are implementing anonymized CV screening. Your CV will be presented without any personal information that could identify you (e.g., name, contact details, age, gender, etc.). This helps us focus on your qualifications and potential, ensuring a fair and unbiased assessment process.

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.