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Senior Engineer Mechanical
What you'll be doing:
In this role, you will provide technical oversight across the full engineering lifecycle, driving the development and execution of engineering and safety case strategies that respond effectively to changing project needs. You’ll ensure all engineering activities meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance, while maintaining effective relationships with regulators and stakeholders. Supporting technical governance and design authority, you’ll contribute to project delivery from concept through to commissioning, manage specifications and approvals, and support the development of engineering solutions aligned to site performance.
- Support engineering strategy, safety case delivery, and technical governance across projects
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards while liaising with regulators
- Contribute to design authority, technical specifications, and approval of engineering solutions
- Support project delivery, resource planning, contractor coordination, and required governance activities
What you'll bring:
We’re seeking an experienced and driven mechanical engineer with a strong track record of supporting complex engineering projects. You’ll combine solid technical expertise with excellent communication skills, enabling you to work effectively with stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams. With a proactive, solutions-focused mindset, you’ll thrive in an environment where quality, safety, and collaboration are paramount.
- Degree in engineering (or equivalent) with comprehensive mechanical engineering experience
- Proven experience supporting projects across design, manufacture, installation, and commissioning (nuclear sector desirable)
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with contractors
- Demonstrable technical capability, organisational skills, and a strong commitment to safety and compliance
- Post specific capability analysis assessment
We are looking to hold interviews week commencing Monday 13 July 2026, however, please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline should we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
If you require assistance at any point during the recruitment process contact careers@dounreay.nrservices.uk at the appropriate time so we can make any necessary, reasonable adjustment.
Step Up in Your Career - Internal Opportunity
We welcome all internal colleagues to apply, whether you’re ready for a move or just curious about the opportunity.
If you’re part of the NDA Group, please refer to the Mobility Principles for guidance on how a move into NRS can be facilitated - visit What is Mobility at the NDA group?
It is the applicants responsibility to inform their line manager of their application and we encourage informal conversations before applying, to discuss the role, speak to your current Line Manager, HR Manager or Hiring Manager, James Steven: james.w.steven@dounreay.nrservices.uk.
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Please note: All successful candidates who do not already hold security clearance will need to provide proof of identity, eligibility to work in the UK, and employment/education history (typically covering the last 3–5 years) in line with NRS Baseline Security requirements. Some roles may also require full Security Clearance, which involves additional checks. For details, please refer to the Defence Business Services National Security Vetting (DBS NSV) guidance.