Mechanical Handling Engineer

Mechanical Handling Engineers

Certain Advantage is hiring for Mechanical Handling Engineers based in the Southwest area. This role is on a permanent basis and is hybrid-based.

This role is for a Mechanical Engineer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results‑oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll lead a small, experienced, and collaborative team and be responsible for the following tasks:

• Working collaboratively with the Customer within the Mechanical Handling and Building Services teams to provide technical support on non‑nuclear and nuclear mechanical handling assets and facilities within the site.
• Supporting the Mechanical Engineering lead in key delivery projects.
• Providing technical support for the ongoing operations and maintenance of DRDL’s extant mechanical handling assets.

We’re looking for people who can show:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Relevant mechanical engineering experience in a highly regulated industry.
• Knowledge and awareness of cranes, crane safety and associated mechanical handling systems.
• Proficiency in the production of electrical/mechanical engineering drawings.
• Proficiency in the production of hand calculations/FEA.
• Experience in the design process and producing evidence of the design and substantiation of systems and components.

• Salary circa £50,000 per annum.
• Training and Development.
• Career progression.

Apply today.