Commissioning Engineer

Amentum; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK seeks a qualified candidate to join its commissioning team for the Hinkley Point C project. Responsibilities include contributing to commissioning tests and solutions while engaging with multiple stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in an engineering discipline and possess strong problem-solving skills. The role offers career development within a diverse team and emphasizes safety and quality.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Family-friendly benefits

Reimbursement for professional development

Qualifications

• Strong theoretical knowledge of engineering systems and processes.
• Ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Experience in design work and site-based operations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to planning and preparation for commissioning tests.
• Work with various stakeholders and teams.
• Provide solutions to meet project objectives.
• Participate in training and development processes.
• Emphasize safety and quality in commissioning.

Skills

Problem-solving

Solutions-oriented

Quality focus

Logical thinking

Hands-on commissioning experience

Education

Degree in engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Hinkley Point C (HPC) is the first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK in over 20 years, HPCs two EPR reactors will be capable of generating 3.26GW of secure, low carbon electricity for 60 years, enough electricity to power around 6 million homes. In addition to the projects 'clean energy' benefits, HPC will create thousands of jobs and bring lasting benefits to the UK economy.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you'd expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes , plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to detailed planning and preparation, before executing commissioning tests as part of a team and analysing results to justify the readiness of HPC units to safely enter commercial operation.
• Work with a large number of stakeholders including contractors, operations, installation and project teams teams to name a few. No two days within the commissioning team are the same as our workload involves an array of technical topics whilst also providing the opportunity to gain practical hands-on experience.
• Supported by a wider team, team leader and Commissioning Manager, you will provide solutions to assist the team in meeting project objectives and milestones.
• We take pride in our training and development processes and ensure these are provided to increase your skills and knowledge and ensure you have the necessary skills and support to safely commission your scope.
• The team is planned to undergo rapid growth which will provide opportunities for your career development and progression within the company. Hands-on commissioning experience is a bonus and a degree from an engineering discipline is a must.
• In the absence of direct civil nuclear experience, you will have strong theoretical knowledge of engineering systems and processes you have gained from your previous employment.
• Solutions-oriented, with a keen interest and focus on quality, excellent problem-solving skills, logical thinking, handover of plant systems, commissioning testing, practical hands-on site experience, safety focussed, experience in design work, site-based operations, ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Solutions-oriented, with a keen interest and focus on safety and quality.

Company and team values

Amentum will inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities., We employ the UK's most experienced and skilled technical services professionals and has grown to over 8,000 people in locations across the UK - we provide the resources to turn great ideas into reality, and we offer capable and committed individuals the opportunity to shape their careers how they wish.