Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Mechanical Engineer – Devonport Royal Dockyard site

Location:

Plymouth, Devon – Hybrid working arrangements (minimum 2 days in the office).

At Babcock we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together. As a Mechanical Engineer, you will contribute directly to national security and public safety, while advancing your career in a dynamic engineering environment.

From £43,935 depending on experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including generous holiday allowance, matched pension contribution, digital GP, annual health check, employee share scheme, and professional fee payment.

This full‑time, 35‑hour‑per‑week position is based at our Devonport site. You will design and configure mechanical handling systems to support some of the UK’s most critical defence infrastructure.

• Provide technical authority for mechanical handling systems.
• Deliver design consultancy for new capabilities and modifications.
• Support maintenance and configuration of existing systems.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Demonstrated experience in the design and substantiation of mechanical systems and components.
• Strong understanding of engineering regulations, legislation, and standards.
• Proficiency in hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA).
• Ability to interpret and produce mechanical and electrical engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with crane systems, lifting equipment, and mechanical handling safety.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or extensive proven experience.
• Chartered status or working towards it is advantageous.

The successful candidate must be a sole UK national who is able to achieve and maintain Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NNPPI) security clearance for this role. Further details are available at UK Security Vetting: clearance levels.

• Generous holiday allowance.
• Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva Digi Care+.
• Employee share scheme and shopping savings portal.
• Payment of professional fees.
• Reservists receive 10 days special paid leave.
• Holiday Trading allows employees to buy or sell up to one week's leave.
• ‘Be Kind Day’ offers one paid day for volunteering.
• Employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing.

We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email car with the subject header ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements.

05/01/2026