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Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical – Building Services / MEP)Barrow-in-Furness, CumbriaWe are working in partnership with a leading UK engineering and infrastructure services contractor to recruit two Senior Project Engineers (Mechanical) for a major £10m programme on a secure nuclear defence site in Cumbria.Our client is a well-established, nationally recognised organisation delivering complex mechanical and electrical solutions across defence, infrastructure, energy and large-scale industrial environments. With a strong order book and long-term secured frameworks, they offer genuine stability and progression beyond the initial project.The ProjectThis role supports a significant redevelopment programme within a highly regulated nuclear defence environment.The mechanical scope includes:Chilled water systemsVentilation and HVAC installationsNew-build facilities within a live operational siteThe position is fully site-based (Monday–Friday), with a half-day finish on Fridays to support travel.Two positions are available across separate workstreams.The RoleReporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for delivery of mechanical building services packages from installation through to commissioning and handover.Key duties include:Managing subcontractors and specialist supply chain partnersTechnical review of drawings and specificationsProgramme coordination and reportingEnsuring strict compliance with safety, quality and nuclear site standardsSupporting commissioning and client handoverMaintaining commercial awareness across your allocated packagesAbout YouWe are seeking a mechanically biased Senior Project Engineer with a strong Building Services / MEP background.You will have:HNC/HND/Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)Proven experience delivering mechanical building services projectsExperience with HVAC, chilled water and ventilation systemsStrong site-based project delivery capabilityEligibility to obtain UK Security ClearanceBritish national due to SC clearance requiredNo recent work history outside the UKExperience within defence, nuclear, pharmaceutical, data centres or other regulated environments would be highly advantageous.Salary & BenefitsBasic salary up to £67,500Annual car allowancePension and company benefits10% salary uplift and £1,450 monthly allowance if staying away (details below)Strong pipeline of secured future worksEnhanced Staying Away / Mobility PackageFor candidates living 50+ miles from site, our client offers a highly competitive mobility package:10% uplift on basic salary£1,450 per month tax-free allowanceAccommodation support (including rental commitment where applicable)Half-day Friday finish for travel homeThis package provides a substantial overall earnings uplift and makes the role particularly attractive to engineers open to working away during the week.If you are interested in being considered please apply with an up to date CV