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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Posted: 17/06/26
Recruiter:Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
Reference:3124044041
Type:Contract
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£51 - £56 Hourly Inside IR35
Location:Woolston, UK
Description: Senior Mechanical Engineer


Warrington

51- 56 per hour (Inside IR35)

Hybrid - 3 Days On Site

12-Month Contract


Are you an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer looking to play a key role on a high-profile nuclear project?
We're seeking a talented engineer to join the Plant Facing Design Office (PFDO) team, supporting the development of specialist tooling and equipment used for early retrieval operations within a complex, highly regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to challenging engineering work while collaborating with industry-leading professionals.



The Role


Working within the PFDO team, you'll support the development of tools and equipment for retrieval operations, while providing technical support to the Principal Engineer.
Typical responsibilities include:

  • Producing mechanical design packages for manufacture and installation
  • Developing engineering drawings, method statements and risk assessments
  • Producing technical documentation, including NFRs and OIMs
  • Ensuring designs comply with engineering standards and site procedures
  • Supporting innovative engineering solutions within a nuclear environment


What We're Looking For


You'll ideally have:

  • Significant experience producing mechanical design packages
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing and installation documentation
  • Experience preparing drawings, method statements and risk assessments
  • Familiarity with engineering standards, procedures and best practice
  • HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related scientific discipline


Desirable

  • Experience working within nuclear decommissioning, legacy facilities or contaminated environments
  • Previous experience supporting complex engineering projects in highly regulated industries


Clearance


Candidates can start with BPSS and P1/P4 clearance, with the ability to obtain SC Clearance as required.



What's on Offer?

  • 51- 56 per hour Inside IR35
  • 12-month contract with strong potential for extension
  • Hybrid working - 3 days per week on site in Warrington
  • Opportunity to work on nationally significant nuclear programmes
  • Collaborative engineering environment with long-term project stability


If you're a mechanical engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and wants to make an impact on a major nuclear programme, we'd love to hear from you.

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