Mechanical Engineer

Astute's Nuclear team is retained by a global engineering and design manufacture leader working in heavily regulated industries such as nuclear. They develop sensors and instrumentation and control solutions for harsh environments and mission-critical applications when safety and reliability matter. They are recruiting a Mechanical Engineer out of their Wimborne office on a full-time basis, with hybrid working arrangements.

The Mechanical Engineer will provide robust engineering solutions and services across a range of mechanical projects, and comes with a salary up to £45,000 per annum, and a wide range of great benefits.

If you're a Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career and are wanting to work for an organisation that is committed to developing their employees and the culture of the business, then upload your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and Duties

Reporting to the Senior Mechanical Engineer you will:

1. Develop mechanical solutions for diverse projects, utilizing principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, and material science as needed.
2. Apply analytical methods and recognized tools to mitigate potential design and process failures.
3. Ensure design solutions comply with industry standards, including nuclear regulations such as ASME.
4. Design and conduct appropriate methods for product evaluation, including design, development, verification, and validation processes.
5. Prepare technical evaluations and engineering assessments of proposed design solutions.
6. Produce technical drawings for manufacturing and installation in accordance with international standards.
7. Create technical documentation and reports to support the manufacturing process as required.
8. Collaborate technically with customers and suppliers.
9. Enhance professional and technical expertise by attending educational workshops, reviewing industry publications, building networks, and engaging in professional societies.
10. Provide clear progress updates to project managers.

Professional Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. Holding a qualification in Mechanical, Automotive, Aerospace Engineering or similar.

Personal Skills

The Mechanical Engineer role would suit someone who is:

1. Experienced working in design and assembly of products within a highly regulated sector (Automotive, Aerospace, Nuclear, Medical Science, Chemical Production, Pharmaceutical, etc).
2. Working knowledge of 3D modelling software.
3. Knowledge of analytical simulation techniques such as FEA, CFD, etc.

Salary and Benefits of the Mechanical Engineer Role

A base salary up to £45,000 per annum.

1. Discounts, cashback, and vouchers for local retailers.
2. Cycle to work scheme.
3. Employee Assistance Programme.
4. A range of charity and community activities, including fundraising.
5. Buying additional holiday.
6. Pension.
7. Private medical insurance, Health Screening, dental insurance, health cash plan.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of creed and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone; however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.