Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer on a contract basis in Oxfordshire The Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for overseeing and supporting the safe decommissioning of facilities, systems, assets, and processes on nuclear sites. This role involves ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and safety of all mechanical systems, adhering to regulatory standards, and contributing to the smooth decommissioning of nuclear facilities. Key Responsibilities: Design and Development: Create detailed designs and specifications for mechanical systems using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) specifically for nuclear applications. Prototyping: Develop and test prototypes to validate designs, ensuring compliance with nuclear safety standards. Research: Conduct technical research to inform design and engineering methods, focusing on nuclear-specific requirements. Project Management: Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets, ensuring adherence to nuclear industry regulations. Collaboration: Liaise with clients, designers, engineers, and manufacturers to ensure coherence and quality, particularly in the context of nuclear safety. Documentation: Prepare technical reports, design specifications documents, and operational manuals, ensuring compliance with nuclear regulatory standards. Testing: Perform computer simulations and experiments to virtually test and refine designs, focusing on nuclear-specific scenarios. Continuous Im