HVAC Engineer - UK Nuclear New Build

Morson Talent; Shurton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment firm is seeking HVAC Engineers with onsite installation experience for a project at the Hinkley C Nuclear Power Station. Candidates should have a background in mechanical or electrical installation and be equipped to support the construction site. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including the opportunity for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in onsite installation of HVAC or other similar/relevant systems.
• Proven track record of progressing from hands-on trade roles into supervisory or site management positions is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including CMD and Nuclear Site License requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support EDF's Hinkley C nuclear power station construction project.
• Candidates will be required to obtain nuclear site security clearance for this role.

Skills

Onsite installation experience

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings / BIM models

Understanding construction sequencing of mechanical and electrical installation

Ability to deal with multiple stakeholders

Education

Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Role: HVAC Engineers with onsite installation experience - Hinkley C Nuclear Power Station project

Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (TA5 1UD) – 4 days/week on site and 1 day from home

Salary: £55000 - £70000 + £1500/mo travel allowance

Start: October 2025 onwards

An exciting opportunity exists for a number of HVAC Engineers with onsite installation experience to support EDF’s Hinkley C nuclear power station construction project. Individuals who have progressed from trades roles into supervisory, project engineering and/or site management positions would be of particular interest, though this is not essential to be considered.

The positions will be based at the Hinkley C site near Bridgwater, Somerset (TA5 1UD) 4 days/week, with one day per week from home. Candidates will be required to obtain nuclear site security clearance for this role.

Previous nuclear industry experience would be useful but is not essential; experience supporting other large regulated industry projects (e.g., oil and gas, rail, defence, petrochemical, marine, etc.) would be equally well suited and considered.

Candidate Profile

• Onsite installation experience
• Understands construction sequencing of mechanical and/or electrical installation
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings / BIM models
• Ability to deal with multiple stakeholders
• Experience progressing from hands-on trades to supervisor / site manager roles is advantageous

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience in onsite installation of HVAC or other similar / relevant systems
• Proven track record of progressing from hands-on trade roles into supervisory or site management positions (advantage)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings / BIM models
• Knowledge of the construction / installation industry
• Understanding of construction sequencing of electrical and mechanical installation
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation including CMD and Nuclear Site License requirements
• Ability to influence a diverse range of stakeholders, particularly in a site environment
• Ability to work independently, be proactive, and report on and escalate relevant issues

Benefits/Opportunity

For the right candidate, the client offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package, with the opportunity to work for a highly respected company at the forefront of the UK nuclear industry and strong prospects for future career development and advancement.

About the Recruiter

MORSON INTERNATIONAL, part of the Morson Group, is a leading technical & engineering recruitment company in the UK, specialising in technical support to Nuclear, Power Generation, Aerospace, Rail, Marine, Petrochemical & Construction sectors.