Contracts Engineer (Technical Lead)

Opportunityedf Epr Engineering Uk (epr-e); Bath; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear engineering firm seeks a Contract Engineering Lead for the HPC Emergency Diesel Generator project in Bath, England. You will manage a team of Technical Leads and oversee design and qualification delivery, ensuring engineering excellence. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering, extensive experience in the nuclear sector, and strong communication skills. This hybrid role allows flexibility, requiring at least three days per week in the office and offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Potential annual bonus

Market-leading pension scheme

Customisable benefits (e.g. gym membership, tech vouchers)

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering or project management, ideally in the nuclear sector or highly regulated environments.
• Proven background in the nuclear sector or similar, with knowledge of EPC project processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering excellence for the HPC Emergency Diesel Generator contract.
• Manage a team of Technical Leads to drive project objectives.
• Oversee testing, non-conformance reporting, and acceptance of engineering procedures.

Skills

Engineering project management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Overview

Contract Engineering Lead (CEL) for the HPC Emergency Diesel Generator scope at EDF EPR Engineering UK (Hinkley Point C). Key responsibility: design and qualification delivery, acting as technical contact to project manager, suppliers, multi‑disciplinary team. Manage a team of about 10 Technical Leads, coordinate day‑to‑day activities, oversee testing during manufacturing, manage non‑conformance reports, technical acceptance of procedures, and support replication at Sizewell C.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering excellence for the HPC Emergency Diesel Generator contract.
• Own design and qualification delivery, coordinating with suppliers and sub‑contractors.
• Act as first technical point of contact for the Project Manager on engineering topics.
• Manage a team of Technical Leads, driving progress and achieving objectives.
• Oversee manufacturing testing, non‑conformance reporting, and technical acceptance of procedures and techniques.
• Coordinate replication activities for Sizewell C, ensuring robust delivery across multiple sites.
• Support project and commercial managers with technical input to contract discussions, correspondence and milestone approvals.
• Monitor performance, report progress and drive delivery of design and qualification activities to schedule.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science or Engineering (BEng, MEng, BSc, MSc).
• Experience in engineering or project management, ideally in the nuclear sector or another highly regulated industry.
• Proven background in the nuclear sector (or similar) and knowledge of HPC/FA3 projects, EDF BTSC processes or EPR nuclear safety requirements.
• Experience overseeing contractor design deliverables, manufacturing procedures or complex systems such as diesel generators.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Confidence working in multi‑disciplinary teams, balancing priorities and coaching others to succeed.

Benefits

Competitive salary, potential for an annual bonus, market‑leading pension scheme and a range of customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days and more.

Location

Hybrid role based at #AztecWest (office at least three days a week), with flexibility to work from home.