Mechanical Designer - Nuclear

Mechanical Designer - Nuclear Projects
Warrington| 3 Days On-Site | Contract
-3237/hour (Umbrella) | Long-Term Project
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to join the Sellafield Product & Residue Store (SPRS) Retreatment Plant (SRP) Project - a strategic UK infrastructure programme supporting the safe long-term storage of Special Nuclear Materials.
This is a hands-on contract role offering hybrid flexibility (minimum 3 days/week on-site) with a competitive hourly rate and the chance to work on a national, safety-critical programme well into its execution phase.
Role Overview
- Deliver mechanical design packages (3D models, general arrangement, detail drawings, BoMs)
- Support glovebox plant designs and auxiliary systems
- Address manufacturing and testing queries, red-line updates, and configuration changes
- Liaise with internal stakeholders (CE&I, process, operations, human factors, construction, etc.)
- Participate in formal design change implementation and support configuration management
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault (Basic or Pro)
- Strong background in creating detailed mechanical drawings and BoMs
- Solid working knowledge of BS 8888, ISO 8015, ISO 1101, and ISO 5459
- Experience resolving manufacturing TQs, permits, and concessions
- Configuration management experience
Desirable Experience
- Nuclear project background and familiarity with Sellafield Ltd (SL) Engineering Standards
- Experience designing machinery per SoMSR requirements
- Awareness of CDM, PUWER, LOLER, and nuclear safety standards
- Competence in Design Risk Assessments per BS EN 12100
Contract Details
- Location: Sellafield site (3 days/week minimum on-site)
- Rate: -3237/hour (umbrella)
- Duration: Ongoing - supporting design completion, manufacturing, and testing phases
- Security: SL security clearance and use of SL-issued laptop required
Interested in helping deliver one of the UK''s most critical nuclear safety projects?
Apply now or reach out to discuss further.