Mechanical Principal Engineer: Manchester

Huxley Associates are seeking Design Engineers with all ranges of experience to support our client in their bid to strengthen their highly skilled technical team.

Experience required

-Degree or equivalent preferred, HNC with experience as a minimum
-Commercial Design experience within Machinery, Handling or Lifting Equipment
-No previous Nuclear experience needed although this would be beneficial

Responsibilities

-Provide cost/timescale information and progress reporting
-Provide design solutions for the nuclear industry and coordinate the production of

Design Schemes
Design Proposal Drawings
Detail Drawings
General Assemblies
Functional Specifications/ Functional Requirements Documents
Technical Reports and Studies
Design Justification Reports

-Have working knowledge and experience in applying relevant EH&S issues as required by legislation (and applicable Directives).
-Has taken part in Designers Risk Assessments / Design Reviews and ideally in HAZOP studies.
-Understands the requirements of CE marking.
-AutoCAD proficient
-Has good knowledge of fabrication techniques.
-Has good knowledge/understanding of achievable manufacturing accuracy.
-Good working knowledge of geometric tolerancing, weld symbols, limits and fits, surface finish.
-Good working knowledge of commonly used materials and associated standards.

In addition to highly competitive salary bandings and a structured career path, the company offer:

-Flexitime based on a 37 hour week
-25 holidays + 8 bank holidays
-Pension 6% employer and 3% employee
-5% bonus subject to company targets being met

To be a part of this highly skilled team, please send your CV to James Griffiths at Huxley Associates for consideration.