Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical or Process)

NRL; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join their Nuclear Power Engineering team in Bristol. The successful candidate will oversee the commissioning of radwaste systems, ensuring adherence to safety regulations while executing complex engineering projects. Ideal candidates have a degree in mechanical or process engineering, with relevant experience in regulated industries like nuclear or oil & gas. This role offers a supportive environment for professional development within a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience in mechanical or chemical process engineering.
• Experienced as a mechanical and/or process commissioning engineer.
• Experience in regulated industries like nuclear, oil & gas, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of radwaste systems and SME responsibilities.
• Develop commissioning documentation for testing and system validation.
• Contribute to design reviews for better commissioning layouts.
• Assist in planning commissioning activities and own testing programs.
• Execute site commissioning activities safely.
• Analyze commissioning results and summarize outcomes.
• Ensure adherence to safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Process engineering

Strong communication skills

Commissioning experience

Safety culture experience

Education

Degree in mechanical or process engineering or equivalent

Tools

Knowledge of EPR design or other PWR designs

Understanding of process systems tests

Job description

NRL is currently recruiting a Commissioning Engineer to join one of our leading clients in their Nuclear Power Engineering and Technical Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high‑performing project team within a critical sector, supporting the delivery of complex engineering works on a key site within the UK’s nuclear fleet.

You’ll work within a highly regulated environment and collaborate with a range of stakeholders to ensure the safe, timely, and efficient execution of engineering projects. You’ll be supported by experienced professionals and offered development opportunities to grow your project delivery and leadership skills in a respected, forward‑thinking organisation.

Role

Commissioning Engineer (Mechanical or Process)

Location: Bristol

Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum

Role & Responsibilities

• Ownership of 2-3 radwaste systems, become an SME for those systems
• Develop commissioning documentation relating to commissioning testing and system validation activities.
• Contribute to design reviews to ensure layout of plant items and systems are in a manner that allows ease of commissioning
• Assist in the detailed planning of commissioning activities and take ownership of a commissioning test program.
• Take part in the execution of site commissioning activities to achieve successful and safe commissioning of HPC systems.
• Analyse commissioning results and provide reports summarising the outcome of commissioning
• Ensure that the commissioning process adheres to nuclear, environmental, and industrial safety regulatory requirements, incorporating international best practices in safety and technical excellence
• Build successful collaborative relationships with project delivery team, site engineering, MEH and the plant operational organisation

Qualifications

• A degree qualified or equivalent such as HNC and/or relevant experience in a relevant engineering discipline, in either mechanical engineering or chemical process engineering.
• Experienced as a mechanical and or process commissioning engineer
• Experience of working in a highly regulated industry such as nuclear generation, utilities, oil & gas, or other heavy/manufacturing industries
• A baseline Knowledge of the EPR design or other PWR/ Power station designs.
• A Good technical background in process systems tests, including flushing, pump, and valve testing, etc.
• Demonstrable history of working within safety and quality cultures.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to convey complex information to others.
• Knowledge of Radioactive Waste systems or fuel route processes.
• Strong experience in commissioning, maintenance and/or operations of Nuclear Island and specifically Radwaste systems

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