Senior Mechanical Designer

Job Title Senior Mechanical Designer – 12 Month Contract
Summary We’re looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Designer to join a major engineering project based in Birchwood Park, Warrington. This contract role is ideal for someone with strong 3D modelling experience and expertise in mechanical design who enjoys working on technically challenging projects. You’ll play a key part in supporting critical project delivery while working on a long-term assignment.
Salary Hourly rate – dependent on experience
Location and Working Pattern Birchwood Park, Warrington – hybrid
Client Overview You’ll join a leading engineering team delivering complex projects within the energy sector, with a strong focus on safety, precision and compliance.
Responsibilities
Produce and update 3D models and mechanical design drawings
Develop general arrangement drawings (GAs), sub-assemblies, detailed design drawings, layouts and mechanical flow diagrams
Support resolution of manufacturing technical queries, production permits and concessions
Provide input to testing queries and resolution of Findings of Benefit (FoBs)
Ensure designs comply with relevant standards and project requirementsMust-have Requirements
Experience using Autodesk Inventor and Autodesk Vault (Basis or Vault Pro)
Working knowledge of BS 8888, BS EN ISO 8015, BS EN ISO 1101 and BS EN ISO 5459
Demonstrated background in machine/plant/equipment design and detailed design
Ability to support manufacturing and testing technical queries
Eligibility to obtain nuclear site clearanceNice-to-have Skills
Awareness of Nuclear Engineering Standards and Specifications
Experience with DM desktop and record management systems
Design experience in a nuclear environment
Knowledge of SoMSR requirements
Experience creating O&M manuals and design risk assessments (BS EN 12100)
Understanding of CDM, SoMSR, PUWER and LOLER regulationsApply Now If you’re a skilled Mechanical Designer looking for your next contract opportunity, we want to hear from you. Apply today to discuss this 12-month role in Warrington.

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