Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Nuclear

Wood; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is recruiting a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to support the HPC project at Bridgwater. The role involves planning, reviewing contractor commissioning documentation, and executing tests on site at the HPC Site Office in Bridgwater on a 12-month rolling PAYE contract, 40 hours per week.

You will work with the Commissioning Manager and contractor teams to deliver safe commissioning of HPC systems, analyze results, and ensure deliverables meet project milestones.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of Mechanical & Process Systems.
• Experience with auxiliary steam systems.
• Strong engineering skills and problem solving.
• Good communication and ability to convey complex information.
• Ability to work with contractors and teams.
• Delivery focus with track record or delivery mindset.
• History of working within safety and quality cultures.

Responsibilities

• Accountable to a Commissioning Manager in the NNB HPC Project team.
• Develop commissioning documentation and review contractor-produced documentation.
• Contribute to detailed planning and own a programme of tests.
• Lead or participate in site commissioning activities with contractor supervision.
• Provide information to meet project-level objectives and milestones.
• Analyse commissioning results and report the test outcomes.

Skills

Mechanical & Process Systems

Auxiliary steam systems

Engineering skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork with contractors

Delivery focus

Safety & quality culture

Job description

Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Nuclear

Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom

Job Description

Wood Commissioning is recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Commissioning Engineer to support EDF at Hinkley Point C (HPC). Ideally based locally to the Bridgwater area, the successful candidate will be engaged on a 12 month rolling PAYE contract working 40 hrs/wk Monday to Friday at HPC Site Office in Bridgwater.

The Role

The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer’s role will evolve during the lifecycle of the project and combine technical knowledge withproject delivery skills. At the early stages you will contribute to detailed planning and preparation, including reviewing contractor-producedcommissioning documentation. Following this, you will execute commissioning tests and conduct surveillance on contractor-led activities aspart of a team and analyse the results to justify the readiness of the HPC units to safely enter commercial operation.

As a Commissioning Engineer you will be responsible for the delivery of test specifications and safety documentation during preparation forcommissioning. You will perform site testing safely and effectively, assist with the analysis of commissioning results, resolve problems andtake responsibility for ensuring that deliverables supporting HPC commissioning are provided on time, in accordance with the Project’srequirements. This will include giving support to contract partners and taking part in contractual review and acceptance activities

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Hinkley Point C (HPC) is a major infrastructure project encompassing the design, construction and commissioning of two European Pressure Reactors (EPR’s) in the South-West of England.

The Project is of significant importance to the UK’s future energy requirements, being the first to be built in the UK for over 25 years and is designed to operate for 60 years. When in operation it will deliver circa 3,260MW of secure low carbon energy to the UK energy network, which is enough energy to power approximately 6 million UK homes. The Project also represents a significant investment in the UK nuclear industry and the related technical supply chains.

Hinkley Point C is a vital part of the UK’s future energy strategy. As the first of the UK’s next generation of Nuclear power stations, HPC is both of high profile and high complexity. The HPC Commissioning Team is expanding in preparation for the commissioning of Hinkley Point C, the first nuclear power station to be built in a generation.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities will include:

• Accountable to a Commissioning Manager in the NNB HPC Project team
• Develop commissioning documentation and review contractor-produced documentation relating to commissioning testing
• Contribute to detailed planning and take ownership of a programme of tests
• Take part in or lead the execution of site commissioning activities which may include supervision of contractor personnel to achieve safecommissioning of HPC systems
• Provide information to assist the Commissioning Manager in meeting project-level objectives and milestones
• Analyse commissioning results and provide reports on the outcome of tests

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

Expected:

• Strong technical knowledge of Mechanical & Process Systems
• Experienced with auxiliary steam systems
• Strong technical engineering skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to convey complex information to others
• Able to work as part of a team and work closely with contractors
• Delivery focus – either a track record of delivery or a delivery mind-set
• Demonstrable history of working within safety and quality cultures

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

Job Info

• Job Identification 32258
• Job Category Construction & Commissioning Delivery
• Posting Date 09/17/2026, 08:33 AM
• Apply Before 10/01/2026, 08:33 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom