Mechanical Engineer - Nuclear

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading engineering consultancy supporting a major nuclear programme, where you will play a pivotal role in managing mechanical contracts and ensuring technical excellence across delivery.

We welcome applicants from Defence, oil and gas, power generation, rail, and heavy engineering.

This role would suit candidates working in roles such as Mechanical Engineer, Senior Mechanical Engineer, Contracts Engineer, Project Engineer, Design Engineer, Equipment Engineer, Systems Engineer, Mechanical Package Engineer, Technical Engineer, or Engineering Coordinator.

• Oversee and assure the quality of contractor outputs across design, manufacture, and qualification phases.
• Manage design updates, technical queries, non-conformances, and changes to contract scope.
• Maintain robust configuration control while ensuring ongoing compliance with contractual requirements.
• Lead technical discussions and act as the key link between engineering teams, suppliers, and client stakeholders.
• Track delivery progress, provide reporting insight, and support team capability development where required.

• Background in mechanical equipment within the nuclear sector, covering design through to operation.
• Strong awareness of engineering interfaces, including systems integration, safety case alignment, and civil considerations.
• Familiarity with nuclear reactor technologies such as EPR or PWR designs.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and resolve complex technical issues.
• Competence with contract processes, document control systems, and general IT tools, supported by an engineering qualification.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.