Senior Mechanical/Civil Project EngineerSenior Mechanical/Civil Engineer - Nuclear DecommissioningWarrington (Hybrid - minimum 3 days on site)Contract Opportunity | BPSS clearance required£51-56/hour UmbrellaMake an Impact on the UK's Most Complex Nuclear ChallengesWe're looking for a Senior Mechanical or Civil Engineer to join a small, specialist team tackling some of the most demanding projects in the nuclear sector, supporting retrieval and remediation work on the Magnox Swarf Storage Silo (MSSS) at Sellafield.This is your chance to deliver meaningful, safety-critical engineering that directly reduces the UK's nuclear hazard.The OpportunityYou'll be at the forefront of developing solutions for the Outbound Logistics Module (OBLM) and MSSS leak management. Expect to work largely autonomously or in a tight-knit team (2-3 people) on complex R&D and engineering challenges-including silos and ponds systems.You'll own and lead technical work packages from scoping through delivery and regulatory engagement.Your Role Will Include:Leading packages of technical work with minimal supervisionScoping and specifying technical activitiesProducing and presenting NFRs and reportsChecking and reviewing team outputsPlanning future technical scope (from study through design transition)Engaging with regulators on allocated work packagesWhat We're Looking For:Chartered status in a relevant engineering disciplineStrong nuclear industry experience, ideally including Sellafield MSSS and SilosAbility to work independently and take ownership of complex problemsMechanical Handling and Heavy Lifting experience essentialProven understanding of Technical Files and Safety Case requirementsWe're especially interested if you have at least 4 of the following:Technical Assessment and ReviewStudy DeliveryStrategy DevelopmentTechnology Development / R&DPlant TrialsEarly Design Delivery (Study/Concept phases)Project or Programme ManagementWhy Join?Work on some of the UK's highest-priority nuclear decommissioning challengesTackle cutting-edge R&D solutions with real impact on safety and environmental outcomesHybrid working with strong on-site team collaborationJoin a professional environment that values autonomy, expertise, and leadershipReady to take on a role where your experience really matters? Apply today and help shape the future of nuclear decommissioning at SellafieldJob InfoJob Title:Senior Mechanical/Civil Project EngineerCompany:Highfield Professional Solutions LtdLocation:Warrington, CheshirePosted:Jul 16th 2025Closes:Aug 16th 2025Sector:Contract:ContractHours:Full TimeWelcome to Fresh Jobs the place to find the freshest job vacancies and career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr