Senior Mechanical Engineer

Overview

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in NUVIA UK’s Technical Services & Consulting, you will lead mechanical design activities within a regulated nuclear context. You will contribute to feasibility studies for Roof Refurbishment options, coordinating cross‑disciplinary work and delivering robust drawing packages. The role blends autonomous execution with guidance from specialists to achieve complex, large-scale outcomes. You’ll join a growth-focused, safety‑driven team that values innovation and professional development.

Pay / Benefits

• 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
• Private Medical Scheme
• Employee Share Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice for Electric Vehicles
• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay
• 25 days holiday (28/31 with tenure)

Responsibilities

• Contribute to feasibility studies for Roof Refurbishment options with supporting drawings
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary work within large, complex packages
• Work autonomously while seeking guidance to align with project goals
• Influence design practice through extensive experience in a regulated environment
• Collaborate with engineers and specialists to deliver high‑quality outcomes
• Support delivery in a multi-disciplinary team within a safety-conscious culture

Key requirements

• Over 10 years of experience influencing design practice
• 5 years in a highly regulated industry
• 3 years ideally in the nuclear industry
• 5 years’ experience supervising engineering design staff
• BPSS basic level clearance (must be achievable)
• Preferred: HNC/HND or extensive equivalent experience

• Self-motivated and autonomous work style
• Strong coordination and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• Ability to seek guidance when needed
• Experience in design practice influence in regulated environments
• Nuclear industry familiarity
• Ability to deliver drawings and supporting documents for feasibility studies

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