About this Position:
We are seeking a Manufacturing Design Review Lead to oversee gated design reviews for a large-scale nuclear crane project. This role requires ensuring designs meet stringent nuclear safety, traceability, and manufacturability standards while unifying sectional assessments into a cohesive project perspective. The position is based in Sheffield, UK (on-site collaboration required), with an initial 3-month contract (3–5 days/week) or ad-hoc consultancy arrangement.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead 20+ sectional stage design reviews to validate fabricability, manufacturability, and assemblability of nuclear crane designs.

• Collaborate with Lead/Senior Engineers to assess design models, proposed changes, and technical documentation.

• Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards (e.g., welding execution, quality/traceability protocols, BNFL-aligned requirements).

• Identify risks in fabrication/assembly processes and provide actionable, evidence-based feedback to drive improvements.

• Oversee dimensional accuracy and adherence to safety-critical parameters during design phases.

• Bridge gaps between design intent and practical execution, ensuring alignment with project goals.

• Participate in face-to-face reviews with access to 3D crane models and engineering teams.

Experience Required:

• Essential:

  • Proven experience in large-scale nuclear/industrial projects (e.g., cranes, heavy machinery, regulated environments).

  • Expertise in welding standards, design-for-manufacturing (DFM), and nuclear quality/traceability requirements.

  • Strong background in leading cross-functional design reviews and justifying technical decisions.

  • Ability to challenge assumptions, prioritize safety, and communicate clearly with senior stakeholders.

  • Availability for on-site collaboration in Sheffield (e.g., workshops, model reviews).

• Preferred (Bonus):

  • Detail design engineering experience in heavy machinery or nuclear sectors.

  • Familiarity with 3D modeling tools used in crane/industrial design.