Nuclear Mechanical Engineers & Designers

Nuclear Mechanical Engineers & Designers - Long-Term Contract Opportunities

Major Recruitment is currently seeking Nuclear Mechanical Engineers, Designers and Technicians at all levels to join a major recruitment client delivering work across some of the UK's most significant nuclear projects.

These are long-term contract opportunities supporting projects across the nuclear lifecycle, including decommissioning, power generation, new build and defence. With stable 12-month contract, renewable annually, and a secure programme of work expected to continue for up to 15+ years, these roles offer excellent long-term continuity for experienced nuclear professionals.

Opportunities are available across multiple projects, with a current priority requirement on a major engineering programme. Additional projects are also available, with the most suitable opportunity determined following CV review and discussions with the relevant Project Managers.

Location & Hybrid Working

• Cumbria: Moor Row
• Hybrid working: 3 days onsite and 2 days working from home
• Contract: Initial 12 months, renewable annually
• IR35: Inside IR35

Current Opportunities & Rates

Rates are dependent on experience:

• Mechanical Engineer - £55.76 per hour
• Senior Mechanical Designer / Technician - £50.17 per hour
• Mechanical Designer / Technician - £43.01 per hour

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to contribute to complex, high-value engineering programmes that are critical to the UK's nuclear infrastructure. The project wont be confirmed until your CV is represented.

Depending on your experience and the project you join, you could be responsible for:

• Developing and delivering mechanical designs and engineering solutions.
• Producing and reviewing calculations, analyses, drawings, 3D models and technical documentation.
• Supporting projects through the full design and engineering lifecycle.
• Resolving complex technical challenges and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams and key project stakeholders.
• Supporting project planning, delivery and technical decision-making.
• Maintaining engineering configuration, design intent and technical integrity.
• Applying relevant engineering procedures, codes, standards and safety requirements.
• Assessing design changes, concessions and technical queries.
• Supporting project safety assessments and effective risk management.
• Providing technical leadership or acting as an Engineering Lead or Technical Authority where appropriate to your level of responsibility.
• Supporting continuous improvement and Learning from Experience activities.
• Contributing technical input to project proposals and tender activities where required.

What's in it for you?

• Long-term project security - 12-month contracts with annual renewals and a substantial programme pipeline.
• Excellent hourly rates based on experience and level.
• Hybrid working - 3 days onsite and 2 days from home.
• Flexible working hours, typically Monday to Friday, around standard office hours. Option to work less as a contractor.
• Weekly payroll, with payment every Friday via umbrella.
• The opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant nuclear projects.
• Exposure to a wide range of projects, allowing your experience and technical strengths to be matched to the most suitable opportunity.
• The chance to work alongside experienced engineering professionals within a highly collaborative environment.
• Opportunities across a range of disciplines and project stages, from design and engineering through to delivery and decommissioning.

Essential experience and skills:

• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Proven ability to deliver technical activities across projects of varying complexity.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with engineers and stakeholders from multiple disciplines.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to take ownership of technical delivery and challenge constructively where appropriate.
• Strong knowledge of CAD tools and General Engineering Drawing Practice.
• Experience producing or reviewing engineering documentation, designs, drawings and technical reports.
• A strong understanding of engineering procedures, standards and quality requirements.

Qualifications:

Candidates should ideally have:

• BEng or MEng in Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent relevant engineering qualification with substantial demonstrable experience.
• Chartered Engineer status is desirable but not essential.
• Ideally, 3+ years of experience working on nuclear projects.
• A valid UK driving licence.
• The unrestricted right to work in the UK.
• Eligibility to obtain the required security clearance for the project.

Please note that security clearance requirements and timescales may vary depending on the project. Please do not apply if you don't have experience within the nuclear industry.

Interested?

If you are an experienced Mechanical Engineer, Senior Mechanical Designer/Technician, or Mechanical Designer/Technician with nuclear experience and are looking for a long-term contract opportunity, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today with your latest CV. If your experience is a suitable match, a member of the Major Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the available opportunities and next steps.

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