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Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Sellafield

​Mechanical Design Engineer

A Mechanical Design Engineer conceives, designs, and tests various mechanical systems and products. They contribute to all stages of product development, from initial concept through design, development, and production.

A successful Mechanical Design Engineer should exhibit strong analytical skills, creativity, and proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software. A Bachelor’s degree, HNC/HND, in mechanical engineering, or a related field, is typically required for the role. When hiring for this role, companies look for candidates who possess hands-on experience in mechanical design and knowledge of industry regulations and standards. Experience with testing procedures and quality assurance is also highly valued.

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​Sellafield​

Sellafield is a nuclear facility in Cumbria, England. It covers an area of more than 1,000 hectares and includes an operational nuclear power station and a fuel reprocessing plant where radioactive waste is recycled into new fuel for use in the nuclear industry. Sellafield is presently working on decommissioning four Magnox nuclear power stations located on the site, while safeguarding and managing used fuel from more than 100 reactors during the past 50 years.

Sellafield is in West Cumbria, one of the most beautiful areas of the country to explore. It is surrounded by the Lake District national park, which is an amazing area to visit and attracts many tourists. 

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