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Job title: Senior Designer - Mechanical Location: Barrow-in-Furness - This is an on site position Salary: £36,000+ Depending on skills and experience What you will be doing: You will be directly supporting our World Class Submarines by producing 3D models of either Pipe routes, HVAC systems or mechanical compartment arrangements using the CAD toolset Your responsibilities will also include producing 2D drawings and electronic data and BoM item development to a fast - paced schedule to support manufacturing, installation, and testing of our products Develop and maintain close working relationships with other Design team members and Stakeholders who are working towards the same common goal Working as a team to produce an Integrated Design that meets our client’s expectations and agreed set of requirements Your skills and experiences: Understanding of CAD toolsets and techniques e.g. AUTOCAD, Foran, Solidworks and Siemens NX etc. in both 2D (Diagrams) and 3D outputs (drawings and models) HNC / ONC level or degree qualification in relevant STEM subject or equivalent work experience Understanding of mechanical routed systems at both 2D and 3D level in either piping or HVAC design Experience in Mechanical Compartment Integration / Room Integration and or Engineering Standards at Component / Equipment level Benefits: You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and a Company contributed Share Incentive Plan. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Mechanical Designer team: You will be working in a team that has recognised Mentors / Coaches who are on hand to provide you with on-the-job support or training to ensure you are set up for success within our business. You will report to a Project Leader where you will be working in a team of other Designers at various levels of experience and knowledge who will also support you in your development. The potential career path in this role could see you progressing to a Principal Designer or Assistant Project Leader or other roles within our Business. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you will be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically leave 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending in the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 30th July 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-Onsite #LI-JE1

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Warrington, UK Company: Global Nuclear Engineering OEM Salary: Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. About the Role We're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a Global Leader in Nuclear Engineering based near Warrington. This is a unique opportunity to work on bespoke, complex and heavy mechanical handling and process machinery, supporting projects across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery. You'll play a key role in the design and manufacture of high-integrity systems for the nuclear sector, applying your expertise in CAD, FEA and engineering standards to deliver safe, innovative, and efficient solutions. Key Responsibilities of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for nuclear and industrial applications. Deliver projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture. Apply CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs. Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a highly regulated environment. Mentor and lead junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Mechanical Design / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in a regulated industry (nuclear, defence, oil & gas, aerospace, etc.). Strong background in bespoke machinery, heavy mechanical handling systems, or process equipment. Proficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Ideally possess a solid understanding of FEED, design for manufacture (DFM), and lifecycle engineering. Experience working to nuclear or safety-critical standards such as Oil & Gas, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Defence or Marine Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Why Join Us? Be part of a global OEM shaping the future of Nuclear Engineering. Work on mission-critical projects with real-world impact. Enjoy a collaborative, technically challenging environment with career progression and training opportunities. Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. Excellent Professional, Career & Technical Development Opportunities Apply Now If you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a world-class engineering organisation, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us drive the future of Nuclear Engineering To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Wolverhampton, UK Company: Global Engineering OEM Salary: Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. About the Role We're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a global leader in complex engineering solutions based near Wolverhampton. This is a unique opportunity to work on Bespoke Heavy Engineering Projects (Welded, Fabricated & Machined Machinery & Equipment), supporting projects across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery. You'll play a key role in the design and manufacture of high-integrity systems, applying your expertise in CAD, FEA, and engineering standards to deliver safe, innovative, and efficient solutions. Key Responsibilities of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for industrial and safety-critical applications. Deliver projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture. Apply CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs. Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a regulated environment. Mentor and lead junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Mechanical Design / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in a regulated industry (e.g., defence, oil & gas, aerospace, energy, etc.). Strong background in bespoke machinery, heavy engineering systems, or process equipment. Proficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Ideally possess a solid understanding of FEED, design for manufacture (DFM), and lifecycle engineering. Experience working to safety-critical standards in sectors such as Oil & Gas, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Defence, or Marine. Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Why Join Us? Be part of a global OEM delivering high-impact engineering solutions. Work on mission-critical projects with real-world applications. Enjoy a collaborative, technically challenging environment with career progression and training opportunities. Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. Excellent Professional, Career & Technical Development Opportunities. Apply Now If you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a world-class engineering organisation, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of advanced engineering. To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Warrington, UK Company: Global Nuclear Engineering OEM Salary: Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. About the Role We're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a Global Leader in Nuclear Engineering based near Warrington. This is a unique opportunity to work on bespoke, complex and heavy mechanical handling and process machinery, supporting projects across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery. You'll play a key role in the design and manufacture of high-integrity systems for the nuclear sector, applying your expertise in CAD, FEA and engineering standards to deliver safe, innovative, and efficient solutions. Key Responsibilities of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for nuclear and industrial applications. Deliver projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture. Apply CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs. Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a highly regulated environment. Mentor and lead junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Mechanical Design / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in a regulated industry (nuclear, defence, oil & gas, aerospace, etc.). Strong background in bespoke machinery, heavy mechanical handling systems, or process equipment. Proficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Ideally possess a solid understanding of FEED, design for manufacture (DFM), and lifecycle engineering. Experience working to nuclear or safety-critical standards such as Oil & Gas, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Defence or Marine Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Why Join Us? Be part of a global OEM shaping the future of Nuclear Engineering. Work on mission-critical projects with real-world impact. Enjoy a collaborative, technically challenging environment with career progression and training opportunities. Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. Excellent Professional, Career & Technical Development Opportunities Apply Now If you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a world-class engineering organisation, we want to hear from you. To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Wolverhampton, UK Company: Global Engineering OEM Salary: Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. About the Role We're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a global leader in complex engineering solutions based near Wolverhampton. This is a unique opportunity to work on Bespoke Heavy Engineering Projects (Welded, Fabricated & Machined Machinery & Equipment), supporting projects across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery. You'll play a key role in the design and manufacture of high-integrity systems, applying your expertise in CAD, FEA, and engineering standards to deliver safe, innovative, and efficient solutions. Key Responsibilities of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for industrial and safety-critical applications. Deliver projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture. Apply CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs. Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a regulated environment. Mentor and lead junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Mechanical Design / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in a regulated industry (e.g., defence, oil & gas, aerospace, energy, etc.). Strong background in bespoke machinery, heavy engineering systems, or process equipment. Proficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Ideally possess a solid understanding of FEED, design for manufacture (DFM), and lifecycle engineering. Experience working to safety-critical standards in sectors such as Oil & Gas, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Defence, or Marine. Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Why Join Us? Be part of a global OEM delivering high-impact engineering solutions. Work on mission-critical projects with real-world applications. Enjoy a collaborative, technically challenging environment with career progression and training opportunities. Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. Excellent Professional, Career & Technical Development Opportunities. Apply Now If you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a world-class engineering organisation, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us shape the future of advanced engineering. To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Location: Warrington, UK Company: Global Nuclear Engineering OEM Salary: Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. About the Role We're hiring a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a Global Leader in Nuclear Engineering based near Warrington. This is a unique opportunity to work on bespoke, complex and heavy mechanical handling and process machinery, supporting projects across the full design lifecycle-from FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) to final delivery. You'll play a key role in the design and manufacture of high-integrity systems for the nuclear sector, applying your expertise in CAD, FEA and engineering standards to deliver safe, innovative, and efficient solutions. Key Responsibilities of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Lead the mechanical design of custom-engineered systems for nuclear and industrial applications. Deliver projects through the full design lifecycle, from concept and FEED to detailed design and manufacture. Apply CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA (e.g., ANSYS, Abaqus) tools to develop and validate designs. Ensure compliance with industry codes and standards (ASME, BS EN, RCC-M, etc.) in a highly regulated environment. Mentor and lead junior engineers, promoting technical excellence and knowledge sharing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including project managers, manufacturing, and quality assurance. What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Mechanical Design / Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in a regulated industry (nuclear, defence, oil & gas, aerospace, etc.). Strong background in bespoke machinery, heavy mechanical handling systems, or process equipment. Proficiency in 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis (FEA). Ideally possess a solid understanding of FEED, design for manufacture (DFM), and lifecycle engineering. Experience working to nuclear or safety-critical standards such as Oil & Gas, Energy, Pharmaceutical, Defence or Marine Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills. Why Join Us? Be part of a global OEM shaping the future of Nuclear Engineering. Work on mission-critical projects with real-world impact. Enjoy a collaborative, technically challenging environment with career progression and training opportunities. Competitive salary (Up to £65,000) + Pension + Flexible & Hybrid working, and other excellent benefits. Excellent Professional, Career & Technical Development Opportunities Apply Now If you're a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer looking to take the next step in your career with a world-class engineering organisation, we want to hear from you. To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales