Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Hybrid

Assystem; Wedmore; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days annual leave

8% pension contributions

Income protection

Death-in-service cover

Healthcare cash plan

Cycle to work

Volunteer days

Job summary

Assystem seeks a qualified electrical commissioning engineer to support a major nuclear project at Hinkley Point C. You will perform testing, verification and readiness activities across LV distribution and power systems in a highly regulated environment.

Your role includes coordinating with mechanical, process and I&C teams, managing documentation, and ensuring safety rules and BS 7671 standards are followed. The role offers hybrid working and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong commissioning experience in regulated environments.
• Knowledge of LV electrical systems, testing and maintenance.
• Understanding of electrical isolation, switching procedures and safety rules.
• Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations and BS 7671 standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute commissioning activities across LV electrical distribution and power systems.
• Commission transformers, switchboards, UPS systems and large battery installations.
• Apply nuclear, electrical and industrial safety requirements during commissioning activities.
• Manage commissioning documentation, configuration control and technical records accurately.
• Analyse test results and resolve deviations with stakeholders.
• Support commissioning hold points and nuclear safety compliance requirements.
• Coordinate activities with mechanical, process and I&C teams.
• Conduct system walkdowns, punch-list closure and readiness verification.
• Capture operational experience feedback for programme improvement.
• Support development of junior engineers and commissioning technicians onsite.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Commissioning

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Technical documentation

Team development

IOSH accreditation

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LV testing equipment

Job description

Job Description

You will support commissioning activities across critical electrical systems on a major nuclear project.

The role combines testing, verification and operational readiness activities within a highly regulated environment.

• Execute commissioning activities across LV electrical distribution and power systems
• Commission transformers, switchboards, UPS systems and large battery installations
• Apply nuclear, electrical and industrial safety requirements during commissioning activities
• Manage commissioning documentation, configuration control and technical records accurately
• Analyse test results and resolve technical deviations with stakeholders
• Support commissioning hold points and nuclear safety compliance requirements
• Coordinate activities with mechanical, process and I&C commissioning teams
• Conduct system walkdowns, punch-list closure and readiness verification activities
• Capture operational experience feedback to support continuous programme improvement
• Support development of junior engineers and commissioning technicians onsite

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• Strong commissioning experience within highly regulated industrial environments
• Knowledge of LV electrical systems, testing, installation and maintenance
• Understanding of electrical isolation, switching procedures and safety rules
• Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations and BS 7671 standards
• Experience working within large-scale infrastructure or construction projects
• Ability to work confidently within dynamic and high-security environmentsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills across multidisciplinary teams
• Strong problem-solving abilities with proactive and collaborative working approach
• IOSH accreditation and Behavioural Safety Programme certification advantageous

Additional Information

What we offer

• Hybrid Working – Flexibility to work from home and the office
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you
• 8% Company Pension Contributions
• Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
• Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
• Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more
• Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
• Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands
• 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green
• Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
• Paid Professional Membership Fees
• Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time

Join Assystem and contribute to delivering sustainable and innovative engineering solutions for the Hinkley Point C project.

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.