Mechanical Designer

We're looking for talented Mechanical Designers with strong SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor experience to join a growing nuclear engineering team based in Winchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within the UK nuclear sector while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

The Role

As a Mechanical Designer, you'll play a key role in delivering mechanical design solutions for nuclear and highly regulated engineering projects. You'll be responsible for producing high-quality 3D models and manufacturing drawings, supporting projects from concept through to manufacture, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce detailed 3D CAD models using SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor
• Create accurate manufacturing drawings in accordance with BS 8888
• Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles to engineering drawings
• Develop designs from concept through to manufacture for nuclear engineering applications
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams
• Support design reviews and implement engineering changes where required
• Ensure designs comply with quality, safety and regulatory requirements within a highly regulated environment
• Contribute to the successful delivery of projects across the UK nuclear industry

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Mechanical Designer
• Strong proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and/or Autodesk Inventor
• Excellent knowledge of BS 8888
• Experience applying GD&T to engineering drawings
• Ability to produce high-quality manufacturing documentation
• Experience working within the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry is highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and team-working abilities

Desirable Experience

• Nuclear, defence, aerospace or other highly regulated industries
• Bespoke machinery or specialist equipment design
• Sheet metal, fabricated assemblies or machined components
• Design for Manufacture (DFM)
• Product development and engineering change management

What's On Offer?

• Hybrid working available
• Competitive salary/rate depending on experience
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects within the UK nuclear industry
• Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Long-term projects within a safety-critical sector
• Modern office based in Winchester with flexible working arrangements

Interested?

If you're an experienced Mechanical Designer with SOLIDWORKS/Inventor, BS 8888, and GD&T experience, and you're looking to work on cutting-edge nuclear engineering projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about this opportunity.