Mechanical Designer

We're looking for talented Mechanical Designers with strong SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor experience to join a growing nuclear engineering team based in Winchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on technically challenging projects within the UK nuclear sector while benefiting from a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

The Role

As a Mechanical Designer, you'll play a key role in delivering mechanical design solutions for nuclear and highly regulated engineering projects. You'll be responsible for producing high-quality 3D models and manufacturing drawings, supporting projects from concept through to manufacture, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Produce detailed 3D CAD models using SOLIDWORKS or Autodesk Inventor

* Create accurate manufacturing drawings in accordance with BS 8888

* Apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles to engineering drawings

* Develop designs from concept through to manufacture for nuclear engineering applications

* Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams

* Support design reviews and implement engineering changes where required

* Ensure designs comply with quality, safety and regulatory requirements within a highly regulated environment

* Contribute to the successful delivery of projects across the UK nuclear industry

What We're Looking For

* Proven experience as a Mechanical Designer

* Strong proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and/or Autodesk Inventor

* Excellent knowledge of BS 8888

* Experience applying GD&T to engineering drawings

* Ability to produce high-quality manufacturing documentation

* Experience working within the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry is highly desirable

* Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

* Excellent communication and team-working abilities

Desirable Experience

* Nuclear, defence, aerospace or other highly regulated industries

* Bespoke machinery or specialist equipment design

* Sheet metal, fabricated assemblies or machined components

* Design for Manufacture (DFM)

* Product development and engineering change management

What's On Offer?

* Hybrid working available

* Competitive salary/rate depending on experience

* Opportunity to work on innovative projects within the UK nuclear industry

* Supportive and collaborative engineering environment

* Career development and progression opportunities

* Long-term projects within a safety-critical sector

* Modern office based in Winchester with flexible working arrangements

Interested?

If you're an experienced Mechanical Designer with SOLIDWORKS/Inventor, BS 8888, and GD&T experience, and you're looking to work on cutting-edge nuclear engineering projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about this opportunity