Construction Engineer - Mechanical Equipment Installation

Babcock International Group; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Construction Engineer for the Hinkley Point C project. The role involves delivering mechanical equipment installation and ensuring safety standards are met. Applicants should have experience in major construction projects and hold an HNC qualification. This full-time position offers an attractive salary and extensive benefits while contributing to a groundbreaking nuclear project.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

Digital health services

Employee share scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated sectors with a focus on safety.
• Proven ability to handle major construction projects.
• Experience with large machinery installations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Mechanical Equipment Workpacks with high acceptance rates.
• Maintain documentation aligned with standards.
• Liaise with Subject Matter Experts and technical counterparts.
• Lead HSE initiatives and uphold safety standards.

Skills

Experience in major construction projects

Knowledge of Safe Systems of Work

Installation of large equipment

Education

HNC qualification or equivalent

Job description

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Construction Engineer - Mechanical Equipment Installation, Barrow-in-Furness

Client: Babcock International Group

Location: Barrow-in-Furness

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 29a073fd0217

Job Views: 12

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Construction Engineer – Mechanical Equipment Installation
Location: Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, Somerset
Compensation: Attractive Salary + Benefits

Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: SF

At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re working to create a safe and secure world. Join us as a Construction Engineer - Equipment Installation at the Hinkley Point C nuclear project in Bridgwater, Somerset.

This is an opportunity to work with the MEH Alliance on the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear project. The alliance coordinates the delivery of main MEH, cabling, and support services, ensuring a seamless installation process.

The role

As a Construction Engineer - Equipment Installation, you will support the Equipment Manager in engineering, construction planning, and equipment installation activities on the HPC site, representing the MEH Alliance.

Your responsibilities include delivering Mechanical Equipment Workpacks, demonstrating strong HSE leadership, and fostering a compliant HS&E culture throughout the project lifecycle.

• Own and Deliver Work Scope: Deliver discipline-specific Construction Work Packs, ensuring high first-time acceptance rates.
• Drive Documentation Excellence: Maintain compliant documentation aligned with standards and MEH requirements.
• Collaborate Across Functions: Liaise with Subject Matter Experts and client counterparts for technical and stakeholder coordination.
• Champion Safety and Improvement: Lead HSE initiatives, uphold safety standards, and contribute to process improvements.

This is a full-time role, based on a 9-day fortnight rota (Mon–Thurs, 3 days off; Mon–Fri, 2 days off).

Essential experience

• Experience in major construction projects, especially in regulated sectors, with knowledge of Safe Systems of Work.
• Experience installing large equipment such as pumps, heat exchangers, boilers, tanks, turbines, generators, compressors, motors.

Qualifications

• HNC qualification or equivalent vocational training and experience in installing large machinery.

Security Clearance

The candidate must achieve and maintain BPSS security clearance.

What we offer

• Matched contribution pension scheme, life assurance, digital health services, employee share scheme, and other benefits.

This role offers a comprehensive package and the opportunity to contribute to a leading nuclear project.