Opportunity Overview: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Make a Tangible Impact in the Nuclear Industry
Cavendish Nuclear, a leader in the UK nuclear industry, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their critical civil nuclear decommissioning programme. This role offers a unique chance to contribute to projects that prioritize safety, environmental protection, and long-term sustainability in the dismantling of legacy nuclear infrastructure. If you are a seasoned mechanical engineer looking for a role with significant responsibility and the opportunity to shape the future of the nuclear sector, this position warrants your serious consideration.
Key Advantages for Candidates:
- Meaningful Contribution: Play a vital role in a major civil nuclear decommissioning programme, directly contributing to a safer and more secure world.
- Technical Challenge and Innovation: Engage with complex mechanical systems, develop innovative engineering solutions, and tackle challenging problems within a technically rich environment.
- Career Growth and Mentorship: This role provides an excellent platform for career advancement, including the opportunity to guide and mentor junior engineers, further solidifying your expertise.
- Collaborative Environment: Work within a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration across engineering and cross-functional departments to ensure cohesive and successful project delivery.
- Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, offering valuable technical insight and clear communication, which can be beneficial for professional development and business acumen.
- Structured Hybrid Working: Benefit from a structured hybrid working arrangement (3 days in office/onsite, 2 days remote) for 37 hours per week, promoting work-life balance.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Cavendish Nuclear offers a competitive salary complemented by a robust benefits package, including a generous holiday allowance, matched pension scheme with life assurance, access to digital health services, employee share schemes, and more.
- Professional Development: The organization strongly supports professional development with opportunities for advancement within the wider Babcock International Group.
- Location Flexibility: This role is available across multiple key locations: Warrington, Bristol, Newbury, or Preston.
Key Considerations for Your Career Path:
- Security Clearance: A crucial requirement for this role is the ability to obtain and maintain Standard (BPSS) / Security Check (SC) security clearance. Candidates should familiarize themselves with the UK government's vetting process.
- Project Lifecycle Experience: The role demands proven experience across the entire project lifecycle, from concept design through to implementation. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate this breadth of experience.
- Documentation and Review Skills: A strong track record in producing and reviewing detailed engineering documentation (calculations, drawings, reports) is essential. Precision and adherence to standards will be key.
- Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills are paramount. The ability to effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences, including customers, is vital for success.
- Commitment to Standards: Rigorous application of relevant procedures, codes, and standards is expected in all engineering activities. A deep understanding and commitment to compliance are necessary.
- Risk Management: A proactive approach to identifying and managing project risks, contributing to safety assessments, and supporting continuous improvement through technical evaluations will be a significant part of the role.
About Cavendish Nuclear:
As a key part of Babcock International Group, Cavendish Nuclear is at the forefront of the UK nuclear industry. They provide a wide array of critical nuclear solutions across clean energy, defense, and civil projects. Their mission is to innovate for a safer, faster, and more cost-effective nuclear energy lifecycle. Joining Cavendish Nuclear means becoming part of a team dedicated to creating a safe and secure world.
Cavendish Nuclear is committed to fostering an inclusive culture and is a disability confident committed employer. They are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.