Construction Engineer

Assystem UK Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Pension scheme

25 days' annual leave + holidays

Professional fees reimbursed

Employee referral scheme

Sick pay & income protection

Wellbeing support

Death-in-Service

Digital gym access

Employee support line

Job summary

Assystem UK Ltd is leading a site-based role at one of the world's largest nuclear construction projects. You will monitor mechanical construction activities, verify installations, and support the safe, high-quality delivery of critical systems that power millions of homes.

This on-site role requires coordinating with mechanical, piping, and civil teams, handling non-conformances, and ensuring documentation is complete before handover.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Construction Engineering.
• Understanding of mechanical installation scopes such as pipework, supports, or equipment.
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and how they apply to construction environments.
• Ability to interpret isometric drawings or layout plans to verify installation accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and verify mechanical construction activities across assigned systems.
• Identify, report, and support resolution of non-conformances or deviations.
• Collaborate with quality and construction teams to maintain site standards.
• Record inspections, track documentation, and verify completion before handover.
• Assist with coordination between mechanical, piping, and civil interfaces during construction.

Skills

Isometric drawings

CDM Regulations

Quality standards

Piping interfaces

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Construction Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

Job Description

The Job Mission: This is a site-based role (five days a week) at one of the worlds largest and most advanced nuclear construction projects. You'll play a key part in mechanical construction assurance - supporting the safe, high-quality delivery of critical systems that will power millions of homes.

• Monitor and verify mechanical construction activities across assigned systems
• Identify, report, and support resolution of non-conformances or deviations
• Collaborate with quality and construction teams to maintain site standards
• Record inspections, track documentation, and verify completion before handover
• Assist with coordination between mechanical, piping, and civil interfaces during construction

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical or Construction Engineering
• Understanding of mechanical installation scopes such as pipework, supports, or equipment
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and how they apply to construction environments
• Ability to interpret isometric drawings or layout plans to verify installation accuracy

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting large mechanical or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with quality standards such as ISO 9001 or FME controls
• Awareness of piping and equipment interfaces, alignment, or test preparation

Additional Information

Please note: Due to project security requirements, unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Ready to shape the future? Join your future team on-site at one of the most ambitious nuclear power projects in Europe. Be part of a collaborative mission to uphold the highest construction and quality standards.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Pension scheme (8% company / 4% personal)
• 25 days' paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
• Professional fees reimbursed
• Employee referral scheme
• Competitive Sick Pay - Support when you need it
• Income Protection & 3 Salary Death-in-Service Cover
• Free Digital Gym Access - Expert-led fitness classes
• 24/7 Employee Support Line - Mental health, financial & legal help

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people's ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Summary

Type: Full-time Function: Engineering Experience level: Mid-Senior Level Industry: Management Consulting