Design Engineer

Employer: Sellafield Ltd

Location: Cumbria

Salary: Competitive salary

Job type: FULL-TIME

Posted: 2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Sector: Engineering

Job Description

At Sellafield Ltd, we do work with real purpose. We’re discovering world-first engineering solutions and creating an environment that’ll be safe for future generations. We’re looking for graduates to join our Engineering & Maintenance, Commissioning, Construction, Environmental, Design Engineering, Operations, Radiological Protection & Safety Support, Safety Case, Projects &professions in 2027. We have roles in our People profession too, you’ll need a minimum of a 2:1 Bachelors degree in a Human Resources/Business related subject and have a passion for building a career in People. As a graduate, you have a vital part to play. You’ll bring your ideas, insights and most importantly, your passion, to our work. And with a range of programme areas to choose from, you’ll discover a remarkable blend of variety, job security, personal growth and professional development. You’ll contribute to projects that have real-world impact for decades to come. And with plenty of support, you’ll discover everything you need to unlock your potential and enjoy everything life at Sellafield has to offer – whether you’re working alongside friendly experts, studying towards a professional accreditation or enjoying our regular social events with your cohort. It's also one of the most competitive graduate packages around, with a starting salary of £44,027 (rising to £45,010 in your second year), as well as generous holiday entitlement, a relocation allowance and much more. And upon successful completion of the programme, you’ll be retained on a permanent basis*. Interested? To find out more about our graduate programme and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button. Or if it’s a placement you’re looking for, we can offer industrial (12 months) or summer placements (10 weeks) for a July 2027 start. They’re some of the most competitive placement packages around, with a salary of over £27k for our industrial placement programme, as well as generous holiday entitlement, a relocation allowance and much more. And upon successful completion of the programme, you’ll be offered a place on our graduate programme*. Interested? To find out more about our placement programme and to apply, please visit our website. *subject to a suitable vacancy. We’re looking for students to join our Engineering & Maintenance, Design Engineering, Commissioning, Environmental, Safety and Science & Maths professions in 2027. You’ll need to be predicted a minimum of a 2:1 Bachelors degree in a relevant subject to the scheme you’re applying to, along with a willingness to relocate to West Cumbria or Warrington for Design Engineering roles.

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