Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical

Construction, Property and Engineering; England; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction and engineering sector is seeking a Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical. This key role involves overseeing nuclear mechanical systems commissioning, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and collaborating with stakeholders. The position offers a competitive pay rate and hybrid working options, providing a significant opportunity to contribute to a high-profile decommissioning project.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Supportive and safety-first environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in nuclear environments crucial.
• IOSH Managing Safely certification required.
• Proficient in project management methodologies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commissioning tests ensuring safety and compliance.
• Deliver commissioning scopes aligned with strategy, timeline, and budget.
• Contribute to project processes including design and risk assessments.

Skills

Nuclear mechanical systems commissioning

Execution of commissioning tests

Safety and compliance promotion

Stakeholder liaison

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical
Location: Sellafield Site (Hybrid working available at the manager's discretion)
Contract Duration: August 2025 - July 2026
Pay Rate (Umbrella): £49.08 per hour
Security Clearance: Must be eligible for BPSS and P4 Pass

About the Role

We're seeking a Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical with strong experience in nuclear mechanical systems commissioning to support the safe and effective delivery of commissioning activities. This is a key role in ensuring that complex systems operate as intended and meet strict safety and operational standards.

You will work within the commissioning delivery team and report directly to the Commissioning Team Leader, focusing on the execution, documentation, and assessment of mechanical commissioning activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and oversee commissioning tests, ensuring safety and compliance.

• Deliver commissioning scopes in line with strategy, timeline, and budget.

• Promote and maintain safety standards (nuclear, radiological, conventional, environmental).

• Review and assess test results and commissioning performance, taking corrective action as needed.

• Liaise with key stakeholders to gain approvals and minimise project impact.

• Contribute to related project processes including design, HAZOP, risk assessments, and knowledge sharing.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in nuclear mechanical systems commissioning, including in-cell handler testing.

• Minimum HNC/HND in an Engineering-related discipline (or equivalent).

• Experience working in nuclear environments with a clear understanding of regulatory and safety protocols.

• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.

• Familiar with project management methodologies (APM membership desirable).

• IOSH Managing Safely certification.

• Hold a relevant trade card.

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-profile decommissioning project within a critical sector. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and safety-first environment with hybrid flexibility and a competitive umbrella pay rate.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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