Site Engineer - Nuclear Sector
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Role

Are you an experienced Site Engineer looking to advance your career in the nuclear sector? Our client, a leading engineering organisation, is looking for a skilled engineer to join their team delivering high-profile nuclear infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on technically challenging projects, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and develop your career in a safety-critical environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee and manage day-to-day site engineering activities in line with project plans.

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Ensure design documentation, drawings, and specifications are correctly implemented on site.

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Monitor progress, quality, and safety of construction activities.

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Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation) to resolve site issues.

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Ensure full compliance with nuclear regulatory, safety, and quality standards.

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Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders to coordinate works and solve technical challenges.

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Support installation, commissioning, and handover of plant and infrastructure.

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Maintain accurate site records, reports, and as-built documentation.

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Identify risks on site and propose solutions to prevent delays or quality issues.

Required Skills & Experience

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Degree or HND in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

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Minimum 3 years' experience in the nuclear sector or on similarly complex, safety-critical projects.

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Strong understanding of construction practices and engineering principles.

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Experience reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.

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Competence with project management, scheduling, and reporting tools.

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Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

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Commitment to health, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Desirable

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Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartership.

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Familiarity with nuclear site procedures, permit-to-work systems, or radiation protection.

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Knowledge of quality assurance and control systems for safety-critical projects.

What's on Offer

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Permanent role with opportunities to work on landmark nuclear projects.

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Career development and professional growth support, including training and chartership.

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Competitive benefits package including pension, paid leave, and other standard benefits