Mechanical Design Engineer

Carrington West

  • Portsmouth
  • £54.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
I am recruiting a Mechanical Design Engineer to join a high-profile nuclear decommissioning programme in Reading. This role is ideal for someone passionate about mechanical systems design in safety-critical environments including a strong HVAC background in design and maintenance within highly regulated environments. You'll be at the forefront of delivering safe, compliant, and robust mechanical designs that support the decommissioning of nuclear facilities.
  • Job Title: Mechanical Design Engineer - HVAC Background
  • Location: Reading (3-4 days on-site per week)
  • Duration: 6-12 months Contract
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Rate: £54 per hour (inclusive of base location expenses)
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead mechanical design processes from concept to delivery using CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks), including the design of HVAC systems.
  • Produce technical documentation including specifications, reports and manuals in line with nuclear regulatory standards.
  • Support prototyping, simulations and FEA to validate and refine design concepts.
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders across design, engineering and manufacturing teams.
  • Ensure design compliance with health, safety, environmental, and nuclear legislation alongside engaging in continuous improvement of design methodologies and industry best practices
  • Provide input across multiple project stages, from feasibility through to construction and commissioning.
Expectations/Qualifications:
  • Degree-qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (minimum ONC/OND required; HNC/HND desirable).
  • 2+ years' experience in mechanical design engineering, ideally within the nuclear or high-hazard sectors and a strong HVAC background in design and maintenance within highly regulated environments.
  • Proficient in CAD (AutoCAD, SolidWorks), with experience in FEA and design validation tools an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of engineering legislation and design compliance and highly organised with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Please note that this role will require Security Clearance.
If this role is of interest to you, please give me a call on 02394314916 or contact me via chloe.mogridge@carringtonwest.comMechanical Design EngineerReading Posted about 17 hours agoShare this jobSign up for job alertsIf you are a human, ignore this fieldCreate alertYou agree to ourLatest JobsWinchesterPermanent - Full Time£45k - 55k per yearLondonPermanent - Full Time£55k - 65k per year + Bonus, Hybrid WorkingWest YorkshirePermanent - Full Time£38k - 45k per yearGreater LondonContract - Full Time£650 - 750 per dayReadingContract - Full Time£54 per hourStart your job search hereAtoms/Icons/Search/MG-02@1xAtoms/Icons/Search/MG-02@1xPolicyContact Us:Portsmouth - Lakeside North Harbour
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