HVAC Commissioning Engineer

Simpson Booth Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global nuclear engineering firm in Bristol seeks an HVAC Commissioning Engineer. This role involves preparing and executing HVAC commissioning documentation within a major project. The ideal candidate should have a degree in engineering, experience in nuclear engineering, and the ability to work within multidisciplinary teams. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to technical challenges are essential. This position offers full-time employment with a mid-senior level of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified Engineer in appropriate scientific or engineering discipline.
• Successful experience in Nuclear Engineering.
• Knowledge of project design is a plus.
• Experienced in multidisciplinary teams on large projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation and execution of HVAC commissioning documentation.
• Translate engineering inputs into deliverables meeting safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for cohesive delivery.
• Ensure readiness for final test phases.

Skills

Nuclear Engineering experience

System Engineering principles

Interpersonal communication

Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Education

Degree in engineering or a scientific discipline

Job description

Overview of the role

Location: Bristol, UK – 3 days in office

Sector: Nuclear

The Client: A leading global player within the nuclear industry.

The HVAC Commissioning Engineer is responsible for the production of the commissioning documentation associated within the HVAC scope of a high-profile project. Based in the UK (Bristol), the position will operationally report to the HPC Commissioning Group Lead in the group and support the wider group's commissioning team regarding all questions in interface with HVAC commissioning discipline.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, execution, monitoring, and close-out of all commissioning documentation related to HVAC systems within the nuclear island scope.
• Translate complex engineering inputs into deliverables that meet stringent safety, quality, and performance standards.
• Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams – including systems engineering, I&C, electrical, and construction – to ensure cohesive delivery.
• Support both the group and client-side teams on the planning and execution of commissioning tests, ensuring readiness for the final test phases.
• Monitor progress, manage risk, and ensure compliance with the group's engineering procedures and project governance.

Essential Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Degree qualified Engineer (in an appropriate scientific or engineering discipline)
• First successful experience in Nuclear Engineering
• Knowledge of project design, UK context is a plus.
• Experience in multi-disciplinary teams on large projects
• Knowledge of System Engineering principles

Desirable Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Able to take a strategic view with good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate at all levels
• Motivated and disciplined with an ability to work to deadlines and prioritise work across multiple workstreams
• Able to write and review technical documents which present complex arguments clearly
• Able to take a proactive approach to management and resolution of technical topics
• Strong organisational and communication skills, able to liaise between multiple stakeholders and maintain a clear overview for specific topics

Languages (level)

• French – bonus

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Other

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting