Senior Mechanical Engineer (Bristol)

Bristol
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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client is a top multidisciplinary construction consultancy that delivers world-class projects valued up to £1billion+. We are seeking an experienced design focused Senior Mechanical Engineer, who has exposure to highly regulated environments to aid on projects that focus within Aerospace, Defence, Nuclear, and Security. In this role, you will be instrumental in leading and designing optimal design solutions to meet client needs across these sectors.

As a successful candidate, you will have around 5-10 years of Mechanical Engineering experience within highly regulated and safety critical industries (Nuclear & MOD, UK Armed Forces). You will also be heavily design focused, with strong expertise in CAD software, capable of producing detailed technical drawings and innovative design solutions. A Degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering alongside chartership with a relevant engineering institution is also highly desirable.

In Return, My Client Offers:

Numerous world-class, high value projects that have a significant impact.
An employee-centric, inclusive and friendly environment.
Continuous learning and development opportunities, with a clear progression path to leadership level.
Pension contribution of up to 10%, life insurance and income protection.
For more information, contact George Lagalle at , or +44 (phone number removed)

Carriera Limited values diversity and promotes equality and no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are open to discussing any reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements you may require to support your application.  All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. When advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business for the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003.  All applications will be held in strict confidence and in accordance with our

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