Mechanical Design Engineer

Job title: Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Type: Contract
IR35 Status: Inside IR35 - PAYE
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 6 - 12 Months
Pay rate: Up to £55 p/h - PAYE
Location: Aldermaston
Hybrid/Remote Working: 3-4 days on-site per week
Hours of work: Up to 40 Hours Per Week

Role information:

* Design and Development: Create detailed designs and specifications for mechanical systems using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) specifically for nuclear applications.
* Prototyping: Develop and test prototypes to validate designs, ensuring compliance with nuclear safety standards.
* Research: Conduct technical research to inform design and engineering methods, focusing on nuclear-specific requirements.
* Project Management: Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring adherence to nuclear industry regulations.
* Collaboration: Liaise with clients, designers, engineers, and manufacturers to ensure coherence and quality, particularly in the context of nuclear safety.
* Documentation: Prepare technical reports, design specifications documents, and operational manuals, ensuring compliance with nuclear regulatory standards.
* Testing: Perform computer simulations and experiments to virtually test and refine designs, focusing on nuclear-specific scenarios.
* Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of advancements in technology, design trends, and engineering best practices within the nuclear industry.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

* Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related field. * Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably within the nuclear industry.
* Skills: Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks), strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, exceptional time management and organizational skills, excellent verbal, and written communication abilities.
* Certifications: PE certification is advantageous; familiarity with nuclear industry standards and regulations is essential.
* Attributes: Attentive to detail, critically minded, and able to find creative solutions to technical problems.
* Preferred Qualifications: Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and other simulation tools. Knowledge of nuclear-specific manufacturing processes and materials.
* Working Conditions: Office environment with occasional visits to nuclear facilities and supply-chain engagement

UK National Security Vetting Status - Candidates must already have active UKSV SC or DV Clearance.

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Company information:

This contract is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.