Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Pipework Component

Job description

Morson are recruiting - Senior Mechanical Engineer (Pipework Component Design)

Derby | Manchester | Warrington (Hybrid Working)
Full Time | Permanent
£48,000 - £62,500 DOE + Excellent Benefits

Morson are recruiting a Senior Mechanical Engineer - (Pipework Component Design) to support a major Small Modular Reactor (SMR) nuclear new build programme, helping deliver next-generation clean, safe and reliable energy.

The Role

You'll be responsible for designing high-integrity pipework components used in a safety-critical nuclear environment, working closely with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams.

Design pipework components to ASME III / B31.x / EN 13480 / PED standards

Produce technical specifications, calculations and design substantiation

Review drawings, supplier documentation and materials

Support audits, inspections and technical assurance activities

Engage with suppliers to resolve engineering queries

Provide technical guidance and peer reviews

What We're Looking For:

Experience in pipework component design

Strong understanding of nuclear / high-integrity design codes

Experience producing safety-critical engineering documentation

Exposure to fabrication, manufacturing or installation environments

Strong communication and stakeholder skills

Requirements
HNC / Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
Chartered status or working towards (desirable)

We anticipate paying a salary of between £48,000 - £62,500 DOE plus:-
Bonus - Performance related target opportunity 12.5%
Benefits Allowance - £2,200 per annum, enabling you to create a bespoke package
Pension - 12% employer and 6% employee contributions.
Holidays - 28 days holiday (+ public holidays) and the ability to buy or sell up to 4 days.
Private Medical Insurance - BUPA single cover health care
Life Assurance - 6x pensionable pay
£250 - One-off payment for new starters for home office purchases

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Derby

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-04-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English