Senior Mechanical Engineer

• Exciting opportunity to join a global leading in engineering consultancy
• Hybrid model: Typically, 3 days onsite with a Birmingham base location
• Multiple positions available - hiring at both senior and mid-level, so don't discount yourself! Salaries ranging from £45,000 - £65,000
• Security Clearance required - active SC or DV clearance essential

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a world leader in engineering consultancy, renowned for delivering complex solutions across critical national infrastructure. Their team is growing, and they're actively looking for Senior Mechanical Engineers with experience in high-integrity environments such as Nuclear, MOD, or Defence sectors. If you thrive in regulated, safety-first industries and want to make a tangible impact, this is your opportunity.

THE BENEFITS

• Competitive salary £45,000-£65,000 (DOE)
• Flexible hybrid working (typically 3 days onsite)
• Work on critical, pioneering projects across defence, nuclear, and safety-critical sectors
• Clear pathways for professional development and progression
• Collaborative team with deep technical expertise

THE SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER ROLE

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll take ownership of technically challenging projects within nuclear and defence programmes. You'll lead the design, development, and delivery of mechanical systems using your in-depth knowledge of engineering codes, CAD tools, and regulated design processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end mechanical design work, from concept to detailed delivery
• Apply design codes and industry standards to ensure safe and compliant solutions
• Deliver high-quality technical documentation, calculations, and design justifications
• Use computer-aided design tools to produce detailed engineering outputs
• Guide junior engineers and contribute to peer reviews and technical assurance
• Engage with stakeholders and clients to present solutions with confidence

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related)
• Chartered or working toward Chartered status
• Proven experience in project engineering and mechanical design
• Familiarity with nuclear design codes, CAD systems, and safety-critical standards
• Strong understanding of the design lifecycle in high-integrity environments
• Experience in regulated sectors such as Nuclear, MOD, or Defence
• Active SC or DV Security Clearance

TO BE CONSIDERED

Please apply through this advert or email me directly at . For further information, please call me at . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.

KEY SKILLS: Senior Mechanical Engineer, Nuclear, MOD, Mechanical Design, Project Engineering, Defence, CAD, Design Codes, SC Clearance, DV Clearance, Safety-Critical Systems, NSD