Engineering Coordinator

Booth Welsh Ltd; Westhay; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Booth Welsh Ltd in Somerset is seeking an Engineering Coordinator for a contract opportunity in the nuclear sector. The role focuses on coordinating engineers across multiple disciplines to ensure timely delivery of design packages and strict quality standards.

You will monitor performance against key metrics, manage design changes, and support readiness reviews, while maintaining effective collaboration between design and construction teams. Security vetting eligibility applies for UK residency.

Qualifications

• Independent worker capable of planning under broad supervision.
• Engineering background in mechanical, electrical or civil engineering.
• Experience in design, drafting or construction.
• Ability to manage complex technical issues and collaborate across teams.
• Solid understanding of NEC contract management and CDM regulations.
• Confident with systems for maintaining accurate project records.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Structured, pragmatic approach to risk management and delivering results.
• UK residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years to meet SV criteria.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineers across multiple disciplines to ensure timely design package delivery.
• Monitor performance against key metrics and maintain high technical standards.
• Manage design changes and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure alignment between design and construction teams.
• Support readiness reviews and address multi-disciplinary challenges.
• Identify risks, facilitate communication, and balance workloads.
• Report to the JDO Area Lead and Nuclear Island Engineering Manager.

Skills

Independent working

Design coordination

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Risk assessment

Problem solving

Planning and scheduling

Technical issue resolution

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an Engineering Coordinator for a contract opportunity based in Somerset. This is an excellent chance to join a well-established client within the nuclear space.

Role responsibilities:

• Coordinate engineers across multiple disciplines within the Joint Design Office (JDO) to ensure effective collaboration and timely delivery of design packages.
• Monitor performance against key metrics and maintain high technical standards across all deliverables.
• Manage design changes and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure alignment and effective coordination between design and construction teams.
• Support readiness reviews and resolve multi-disciplinary challenges that could impact project progress.
• Identify and manage risks, facilitate communication, and balance workloads to keep the project on track.
• Report to the JDO Area Lead and Nuclear Island Engineering Manager.

Candidate requirements:

• Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and plan effectively under broad supervision.
• Engineering background in mechanical, electrical or civil engineering.
• Experience in design, drafting or construction.
• Ability to manage complex technical issues and collaborate across teams to find practical solutions.
• Solid understanding of contract management, particularly NEC, and CDM regulations.
• Confidence using systems to maintain accurate records.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Ability to identify improvements and drive progress.
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Structured and pragmatic approach to risk management and delivering results.
• Must meet Security Vetting criteria, generally requiring UK residency for at least 3 of the last 5 years.