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.