Senior Mechanical Engineer – Nuclear Decommissioning (Hybrid)

We Served; Whitehaven; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead engineering tasks in a major nuclear decommissioning program. This role involves applying advanced technical expertise and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring compliance and safety across projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and demonstrated multidisciplinary teamwork experience. This position offers a competitive compensation package along with generous benefits, including a matched pension contribution and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee assistance programme

Holiday Trading

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex mechanical engineering tasks.
• Produce and review engineering documentation.
• Build strong relationships with customers.
• Apply relevant procedures to ensure safety and compliance.
• Identify and manage project risks.

Skills

Delivering engineering activities across project lifecycle

Producing and reviewing detailed engineering documentation

Working effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Excellent communication skills

Education

Engineering degree (or equivalent) in relevant engineering discipline

Job description

A leading nuclear engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead engineering tasks in a major nuclear decommissioning program. This role involves applying advanced technical expertise and mentoring junior engineers while ensuring compliance and safety across projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and demonstrated multidisciplinary teamwork experience. This position offers a competitive compensation package along with generous benefits, including a matched pension contribution and flexible working arrangements.