Low Voltage Commissioning Engineer

Assystem; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Annual Leave

Pension Contributions

Income Protection

Sick Pay

Healthcare Cash Plan

Gym Access

Discounts on brands

Support Line

Cycle to Work

Flu Jabs & Eye Tests

Professional Membership Fees

Volunteer Days

Job summary

Assystem is recruiting for a nuclear commissioning engineer to support critical electrical systems on a major project in the UK. You will conduct testing, verification and readiness activities in a highly regulated environment, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Join our team to apply nuclear safety standards, manage documentation and mentor junior staff on site, while contributing to continuous programme improvement across the Hinkley Point C project.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in commissioning within 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.
• Experience on large infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong communication with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, collaborative problem-solving approach.
• IOSH accreditation and Behavioural Safety Programme advantageous.

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.
• Manage commissioning documentation, configuration control and technical records.
• 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 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

Strong commissioning experience

LV electrical systems knowledge

Electrical isolation & switching know‑

Safety rules awareness

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Behavioural/Safety training

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements.

Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions.

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 environments
• Excellent 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.

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