Details:
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Winchester Hampshire
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
We're looking for talented Mechanical Designers with strong SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor experience to join a growing nuclear engineering team based in Winchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within the UK nuclear sector while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
The Role
As a Mechanical Designer, you'll play a key role in delivering mechanical design solutions for nuclear and highly regulated engineering projects. You'll be responsible for producing high-quality 3D models and manufacturing drawings, supporting projects from concept through to manufacture, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce detailed 3D CAD models using SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor
* Create accurate manufacturing drawings in accordance with BS 8888
* Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles to engineering drawings
* Develop designs from concept through to manufacture for nuclear engineering applications
* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams
* Support design reviews and implement engineering changes where required
* Ensure designs comply with quality, safety and regulatory requirements within a highly regulated environment
* Contribute to the successful delivery of projects across the UK nuclear industry
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience as a Mechanical Designer
* Strong proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and/or Autodesk Inventor
* Excellent knowledge of BS 8888
* Experience applying GD&T to engineering drawings
* Ability to produce high-quality manufacturing documentation
* Experience working within the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry is highly desirable
* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
* Excellent communication and team-working abilities
Desirable Experience
* Nuclear, defence, aerospace or other highly regulated industries
* Bespoke machinery or specialist equipment design
* Sheet metal, fabricated assemblies or machined components
* Design for Manufacture (DFM)
* Product development and engineering change management
What's On Offer?
* Hybrid working available
* Competitive salary/rate depending on experience
* Opportunity to work on innovative projects within the UK nuclear industry
* Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Long-term projects within a safety-critical sector
* Modern office based in Winchester with flexible working arrangements
Interested?
If you're an experienced Mechanical Designer with SOLIDWORKS/Inventor, BS 8888, and GD&T experience, and you're looking to work on cutting-edge nuclear engineering projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about this opportunity