Mechanical Designer

Warrington, Cheshire Amentum The Opportunity Amentum is the Design and Engineering partner for Sellafield under the PPP (Programme and Project Partners). This is a 20-year arrangement to deliver ~£7bn of major projects. We are looking to recruit high value expertise from across regulated and comparable sectors to work in a collaborative environment. PPP is delivering major projects, site wide improvements and provision of supporting services. The Project We are now looking to build the Mechanical capability within PPP across all our Projects. We are now expecting several projects to have exciting opportunities to recruit Mechanical Designers to join the team in either Birchwood or Cumbria. The Role You will be supporting the design and delivery of innovative mechanical systems, equipment, and plant solutions within a highly regulated environment. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers and specialists, contributing to projects from concept development through to manufacture, installation, and commissioning. As a Mechanical Designer you will produce and maintain 3D models and mechanical design drawings. Your work will support the design, manufacture, operation, and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment. PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ROLES ARE EXPECTED TO START LATER THIS YEAR/ EARLY PART OF 2027. As a Mechanical Designer, other responsibilities could include: * Providing support to resolution of manufacturing Technical Queries/production permits/concessions * Problem solving when undertaking the design/detail design of machines, plant & equipment * Ensuring designs comply with relevant legislation, standards, and company requirements * Involvement in the production of O&M manuals * Involvement in the production of Design Risk assessments As a Mechanical Designer, you will already be: * Qualified to HNC Standard as a minimum in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience and knowledge * Experienced in the use of Auto desk inventor * Experienced in the use of Auto desk vault Basis or Vault Pro (file management). * Have working knowledge of the BS 8888, BS EN ISO 8015, BS EN ISO 1101 & BS EN ISO 5459 * Have knowledge of key legislation CDM, PUWER & LOLER