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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location

Sellafield, Cumbria, North West, England

Salary

£55 - £60 per hour

Contract Type

Contract

Work Type

Full Time

Posted on

24 Jul 2026

Job Title

Senior Mechanical Engineer

 

Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a critical programme at Sellafield, Cumbria. This role involves supporting the Plant Facing Design Office in delivering innovative engineering retrievals and operations programme. Ideal for professionals with strong mechanical design expertise in regulated environments, this contract offers an exciting opportunity on a major infrastructure project.

 

Salary

Competitive

 

Location and Working Pattern

Sellafield, Cumbria – Full-time, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

 

Client Overview

Our client is a reputable organisation involved in large-scale, complex engineering projects in the nuclear sector, recognised for prioritising safety, quality, and technical excellence.

 

Responsibilities

  • Develop mechanical tooling and engineering solutions for project requirements.
  • Produce comprehensive engineering design packages, including drawings, specifications, and substantiation reports.
  • Prepare documentation such as NFRs, OIMS, CDM Risk Assessments, and Residual Design Risk Registers.
  • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and provide support to the Principal Engineer.
  • Ensure adherence to Sellafield engineering standards and compliance with CDM regulations throughout project delivery.
 

Must-have Requirements

  • Demonstrated mechanical design experience within a regulated industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of CDM regulations and designer responsibilities.
  • Proven ability to produce design packages suitable for manufacture and installation.
  • Familiarity with engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
 

Essential Qualifications

  • HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
 

Nice-to-have Skills

  • Experience in nuclear or decommissioning projects.
  • Understanding of legacy facilities, contaminated environments, and retrieval operations.
 

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
 
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Anna Bowden

Anna Bowden

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