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Senior Mechanical Engineer
- Exciting opportunity to join a global leading in engineering consultancy
- Hybrid model: Typically, 3 days onsite with a Birmingham base location
- Multiple positions available - hiring at both senior and mid-level, so don't discount yourself! Salaries ranging from £45,000 - £65,000
- Security Clearance required - active SC or DV clearance essential
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Our client is a world leader in engineering consultancy, renowned for delivering complex solutions across critical national infrastructure. Their team is growing, and they're actively looking for Senior Mechanical Engineers with experience in high-integrity environments such as Nuclear, MOD, or Defence sectors. If you thrive in regulated, safety-first industries and want to make a tangible impact, this is your opportunity.
THE BENEFITS
- Competitive salary £45,000-£65,000 (DOE)
- Flexible hybrid working (typically 3 days onsite)
- Work on critical, pioneering projects across defence, nuclear, and safety-critical sectors
- Clear pathways for professional development and progression
- Collaborative team with deep technical expertise
THE SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER ROLE
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll take ownership of technically challenging projects within nuclear and defence programmes. You'll lead the design, development, and delivery of mechanical systems using your in-depth knowledge of engineering codes, CAD tools, and regulated design processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end mechanical design work, from concept to detailed delivery
- Apply design codes and industry standards to ensure safe and compliant solutions
- Deliver high-quality technical documentation, calculations, and design justifications
- Use computer-aided design tools to produce detailed engineering outputs
- Guide junior engineers and contribute to peer reviews and technical assurance
- Engage with stakeholders and clients to present solutions with confidence
SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - ESSENTIAL SKILLS
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)
- Chartered or working toward Chartered status
- Proven experience in project engineering and mechanical design
- Familiarity with nuclear design codes, CAD systems, and safety-critical standards
- Strong understanding of the design lifecycle in high-integrity environments
- Experience in regulated sectors such as Nuclear, MOD, or Defence
- Active SC or DV Security Clearance
TO BE CONSIDERED
Please apply through this advert or email me directly at . For further information, please call me at . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.
KEY SKILLS: Senior Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear, MOD, Mechanical Design, Project Engineering, Defence, CAD, Design Codes, SC Clearance, DV Clearance, Safety-Critical Systems, NSD
