Mechanical Designer -Nuclear
Posted 2 weeks ago by Highfield Professional Solutions Ltd
£38 Per hour
Inside
Hybrid
Warrington, Cheshire
Summary: The role of Mechanical Designer focuses on delivering critical design packages for nuclear projects in Warrington, requiring expertise in mechanical design and proficiency in AutoCAD. The contractor will be responsible for creating and modifying drawings, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and collaborating with engineers and stakeholders. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing for a mix of site and remote work. The contract rate is competitive, reflecting the importance of the projects involved.
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering detailed work packages using the SL Drawing Management System (Cimage)
- Creating and modifying drawings from engineer instructions and markups
- Producing concept, detailed, and manufacturing design drawings
- Communicating clearly with engineers and stakeholders to deliver right-first-time solutions
Key Skills:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Confident in implementing drawing modifications and new designs
- Experience producing mechanical design drawings for concept, detailed, and manufacturing stages
- Solid understanding of BS 8888 & GPS engineering drawing standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Salary (Rate): £38/hour umbrella
City: Warrington
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Engineering
Contract Opportunity: Mechanical Designer - Nuclear Projects Warrington (Hybrid) Up to £38/hour (Umbrella) Are you an experienced Mechanical Designer ready to take on complex and meaningful work in the nuclear sector? We're looking for a talented contractor to join our team delivering critical design packages across major nuclear programmes. You'll work on SEP Machines supporting a diverse range of mechanical handling, process, and lifting tasks, using your design expertise to ensure safe, robust, and compliant solutions for one of the UK's most important industries.
What you'll be doing:
- Delivering detailed work packages using the SL Drawing Management System (Cimage)
- Creating and modifying drawings from engineer instructions and markups
- Producing concept, detailed, and manufacturing design drawings
- Communicating clearly with engineers and stakeholders to deliver right-first-time solutions
Essential Skills:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Confident in implementing drawing modifications and new designs
- Experience producing mechanical design drawings for concept, detailed, and manufacturing stages
- Solid understanding of BS 8888 & GPS engineering drawing standards
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Desirable Extras:
- Knowledge of SL Drawing requirements and Cimage
- Strong engineering judgement in applying design principles
Why Join? Work on high-impact nuclear projects vital to the UK's energy and security infrastructure Hybrid working in Warrington - flexible balance of site and remote work Competitive contract rate up to £38/hour umbrella Ready to make your mark on projects that matter? Apply now and help shape the future of nuclear engineering.