Overview

Job title: Mechanical Design Engineer. Job Type: Contract. IR35 Status: Inside IR35 - PAYE. Start date: ASAP. Duration: 6 - 12 Months. Pay rate: Up to £55 p/h - PAYE. Location: Aldermaston. Hybrid/Remote working: 3-4 days on-site per week. Hours of work: Up to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed designs and specifications for mechanical systems using CAD software for nuclear applications.
• Develop and test prototypes to validate designs, ensuring compliance with nuclear safety standards.
• Conduct technical research to inform design and engineering methods, focusing on nuclear-specific requirements.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring adherence to nuclear industry regulations.
• Liaise with clients, designers, engineers, and manufacturers to ensure coherence and quality, particularly in the context of nuclear safety.
• Prepare technical reports, design specifications documents, and operational manuals, ensuring compliance with nuclear regulatory standards.
• Perform computer simulations and experiments to virtually test and refine designs, focusing on nuclear-specific scenarios.
• Stay abreast of advancements in technology, design trends, and engineering best practices within the nuclear industry.

Qualifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably within the nuclear industry.
• Proficient with CAD software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with Nuclear industry standards and regulations.
• Experience with UK Security Vetting: active UKSV SC or DV Clearance.

Application

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