Principal Mechanical Engineer

Job title : Principal Mechanical Engineer - 8 year minimum in the Nuclear sector

Job Type : Contractor

Start date : ASAP

Salary : Competitive

Location : Warrington, Cumbria or Abingdon

Hours of work : Up to 37 hours per week

You' ll lead mechanical engineering activities across project life cycles, including design, manufacture, construction, and commissioning support.

• Producing and reviewing technical documentation (drawings, P&IDs, flow diagrams, specifications).
• Conducting studies for mechanical handling systems and powder processing in high-activity environments.
• Liaising with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure design intent is met and mentoring junior team members.
• Driving technical solutions, continuous improvement, and safe working practices.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years' relevant experience, ideally in nuclear or regulated industries.
• Chartered engineer (IMechE preferred).
• Experience with engineering design, documentation, and mechanical handling systems.
• Multi-cultural team experience;
  French desirable but not essential.

We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.