Construction Engineer - Mechanical Equipment Installation

Babcock International Group; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Construction Engineer for the Hinkley Point C nuclear project. Responsibilities include managing equipment installation activities and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have experience with large machinery installation and relevant qualifications. This full-time role offers attractive salary and benefits, and requires achieving BPSS clearance.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension

Life assurance

Digital health services

Employee share schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in regulated sectors and Safe Systems of Work.
• Proven track record in mechanical equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• Support Equipment Manager in construction planning and installation.
• Manage Construction Work Packs for mechanical equipment.
• Liaise with Subject Matter Experts and clients.

Skills

Experience on major construction projects

Experience installing large equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, turbines)

Education

HNC qualification or equivalent vocational training

Job description

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Construction Engineer - Mechanical Equipment Installation, Portsmouth

Client: Babcock International Group

Location: Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: fe7bef526fed

Job Views: 15

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 as part of the MEH Alliance on the Hinkley Point C Nuclear project, focusing on integrating and coordinating the delivery of main MEH, cabling, and support services for complex installations.

The role

You will support the Equipment Manager in engineering, construction planning, and equipment installation activities, representing the MEH Alliance.

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

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

This is a full-time role, 37 hours/week, on a 9-day fortnight rota (Mon–Thurs, 3 days off / Mon–Fri, 2 days off).

Essential experience

• Experience on major construction projects, with a proven track record in regulated sectors and Safe Systems of Work.
• Experience installing large equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, turbines, etc.).

Qualifications

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

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must achieve and maintain BPSS clearance.

What we offer

• Matched contribution pension, life assurance, digital health services, employee share schemes, and more.