Details:
- Salary: £55 - 58 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Preston Lancashire
- Date: 2 weeks ago
Description:
Principal Mechanical Engineer
Nuclear Manufacturing Company | Near Manchester
Up to £58.50 per hour | Outside IR35
4-Day Working Week (4 x 10-hour days)
A specialist nuclear manufacturing company near Manchester is seeking a Principal Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of innovative engineering solutions within a regulated industry environment.
You'll play a key role in the design, compliance and delivery of complex mechanical systems, including gloveboxes and similar engineered equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead mechanical engineering design and project delivery activities
Support UKCA / CE Marking compliance and technical file generation
Ensure engineering solutions meet safety and regulatory standards
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and project stakeholders
Support manufacture, testing, installation and commissioning activities
What We're Looking For
Strong understanding of UKCA / CE Marking
Experience within regulated engineering sectors
Glovebox or similar specialist equipment experience highly desirable
Knowledge of machinery regulations including PUWER, LOLER and CDM
Strong leadership and technical coordination skills
Nuclear experience preferred, but not essential
Security clearance preferred, or ability to obtain clearance required
Working Arrangement
4-day working week (4 x 10-hour days)
Minimum 2 office days per week, ideally 3
Long-term contract role
Outside IR35