Contract Engineering Lead - Nuclear Diesel (Hybrid, Bristol)

EDF Energy; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Electric vehicle leasing

Discounted gym membership

Life assurance

Tech vouchers

Experience days

Job summary

EDF Energy is seeking a Contract Engineering Lead (Diesels) to own the technical delivery of the Sizewell C Emergency Diesel Generator contract. This hybrid role, based in Bristol with 3–4 days on site, requires leading engineering activities, guiding specialists, and coordinating with suppliers to meet programme milestones.

The role demands strong technical leadership, stakeholder management, and experience in regulated environments, with a salary starting at £58,000 per annum and potential for

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Science, or related discipline, or equivalent qualification.
• 5+ years' experience in engineering, project engineering, or project management roles.
• Experience in the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry.
• Leading technical discussions and influencing senior stakeholders across multiple organisations.
• Managing contractor design deliverables, engineering programmes, or qualification activities within complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Leading the technical management of the Sizewell C Emergency Diesel Generator contract from design through to manufacturing delivery.
• Coordinating and supporting a team of technical leads to achieve engineering, qualification, and project objectives.
• Managing supplier design and qualification activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and programme milestones.
• Supporting manufacturing activities through technical acceptance, surveillance, and resolution of non-conformances.
• Working closely with project, commercial, and engineering stakeholders to manage risks, opportunities, technical issues, and contract performance.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Engineering leadership

Technical leadership

Contract management

Regulated environment experience

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

EDF Energy is seeking a Contract Engineering Lead (Diesels) to own the technical delivery of the Sizewell C Emergency Diesel Generator contract. This hybrid role, based in Bristol with 3–4 days on site, requires leading engineering activities, guiding specialists, and coordinating with suppliers to meet programme milestones.

The role demands strong technical leadership, stakeholder management, and experience in regulated environments, with a salary starting at £58,000 per annum and potential for