Lead Commissioning Engineer Mechanical (BEP-CM162)

NRL; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Lead Commissioning Engineer to oversee commissioning activities at Sellafield Nuclear Power Station. This critical role emphasizes safety and quality assurance while managing a team. The ideal candidate will have proven commissioning experience, strong leadership abilities, and relevant mechanical engineering qualifications. Join to contribute to impactful engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Time-served or equivalent in an engineering discipline, preferably mechanical.
• Valid CSCS card holder.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety across all project aspects.
• Lead and manage a team of Engineers and Technicians.
• Oversee testing activities throughout the commissioning lifecycle.

Skills

Project commissioning experience

Leadership

Safety management

Education

HNC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Lead Commissioning Engineer - Mechanical

Location: Sellafield Nuclear Power Station, Cumbria

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Commissioning Engineer to join our client’s team and take ownership of commissioning activities across a high-profile BEP project. This role is critical to ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of commissioning phases, with a strong emphasis on leadership and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion safety across all aspects of the project, promoting a zero-harm culture.
• Lead, organise and manage a team of Commissioning Engineers, Technicians and support resources.
• Oversee all testing activities throughout the commissioning lifecycle.
• Supervise the creation and execution of commissioning test documentation.
• Initiate and implement Field Observation Bulletins (FOBs) and Technical Queries (TQs).
• Liaise with regulatory compliance representatives to ensure timely witnessing of commissioning activities.
• Manage and record Temporary Commissioning Aids and supporting test data.
• Utilise completions management systems for commissioning activities and handovers.
• Schedule and manage work in alignment with project timelines.
• Participate in multi-discipline design reviews and collaborate with engineering teams.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure progress meets schedule deadlines.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Time-served or equivalent in an engineering discipline (preferably mechanical).
• HNC or equivalent qualification (or working towards).
• Proven project commissioning experience.
• Experience with process commissioning, including vessels and pumps.
• IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent).
• Valid CSCS card holder.

The NRL Group connects global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.

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