Principal Mechanical Engineer
Core
Produce and review high-quality infrastructure design packages and technical specifications for nuclear or highly regulated plant and infrastructure systems.
Role type
Principal Mechanical Engineer (Infrastructure Design)
Builds
Infrastructure design packages, technical specifications, and operational requirements for plant modifications.
Domain
Nuclear engineering / Highly regulated industrial infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical design, reliability and performance definition, maintenance procedure assessment, asset suitability evaluation, knowledge of pumps/cranes/HVAC/pressure systems/diesel generators, British and international engineering design standards, analytical decision-making
Preferred skills
Nuclear sector experience, Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status, degree in Mechanical Engineering
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Produce and review high-quality infrastructure design packages and technical specifications; Define reliability, performance, and operational requirements for infrastructure systems; Assess maintenance and work control procedures to support safe and effective operations; Evaluate infrastructure design, material condition, ageing mechanisms, and asset suitability to support continued facility operation; Promote a strong safety, security, and compliance culture across all activities; Act as an intelligent customer, ensuring safety-related contracts and technical deliverables meet contractual and regulatory requirements
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic oversight