Mechanical Project Engineer

Dalkia UK; Leiston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Dalkia Engineering as a Mechanical Project Engineer at Sizewell B, a key energy infrastructure site. This role offers a chance to impact the energy sector meaningfully while working with experienced professionals on essential projects. You will monitor project delivery, lead construction efforts, and ensure compliance with safety protocols. We prioritize diversity and inclusion, valuing all applications and advocating for a sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Weekly pay

25 days of annual leave

Pension Scheme

Family Friendly policies

Flexible benefits

Career progression opportunities

Discretionary 6 month salary reviews

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a range of construction operations.
• Strong understanding of mechanical services.
• Ability to provide expert technical knowledge for work-winning efforts.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project delivery and identify risks and opportunities.
• Lead construction works ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Conduct site surveys and liaise with design teams.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Technical Knowledge

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Discipline

Job description

Exciting Opportunity at Sizewell B – Join Dalkia Engineering as a Project Engineer! Dalkia Engineering is thrilled to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer to become part of our talented and high-performing team at Sizewell B, one of the UK's most critical energy infrastructure sites. This role is ideal for someone looking to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector while working alongside experienced professionals on innovative and essential projects.

What’s on Offer

Our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to recruiting, training, and developing people, who can drive innovation and help shape the future of energy. We invest in nurturing talent, offer a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, and support continuous professional development at every level of the organisation.

• Weekly pay
• 25 days of annual leave
• Pension Scheme
• Family Friendly policies (Enhanced maternity & paternity)
• Refer a friend bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits, retail discounts, technology and bikes and much more.
• Real career progression opportunities.
• Discretionary 6 month salary reviews

Who We’re Looking For

• Practical understanding of services discipline associated with the role this being Mechanical bias.
• HNC/HND qualifications in either Mechanical discipline (advantageous)
• Experience in the management of a wide range of construction operations, including phasing and contingency planning, together with testing and handover.
• Highly numerate, with strong commercial awareness and good technical knowledge
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a collaborative leadership style.
• Strong decision-making ability.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Able to provide expert technical knowledge to support work winning.

What you’ll be doing

• Monitor project delivery, identifying risks and opportunities, and working closely with key stakeholders to optimise outcomes.
• Assess the constructability of proposed designs and ensure that design teams produce practical, buildable solutions within project timescales.
• Lead the delivery of construction works in compliance with all company processes and safety protocols.
• Review and approve contractor documentation, as delegated by the Project Manager.
• Support and develop the supervisory and engineering teams; contribute to project steering groups and cross-discipline initiatives.
• Conduct initial site surveys and liaise with designers to inform early-stage planning.
• Proofread and approve technical drawings for accuracy and quality assurance.
• Maintain a relentless focus on Zero Harm and safety excellence.
• Take full ownership of handover documentation for your section.
• Drive operational target programmes aligned with the overall construction plan.
• Liaise with off-site teams to share knowledge and apply best practices.
• Manage subcontractors, advising on commercial aspects, operational risks, and mitigation strategies.
• RAMS and Quality Plans for client review.
• Carry out EDF specific training in becoming EDF approved field supervisor, nominated competent person, WOC specifier and Nominated supervisor.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Dalkia, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to driving innovation and achieving a sustainable energy future. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive regardless of background, identity, or lived experience. We welcome applications from all individuals and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Together, we’re building a culture that reflects the communities we serve and supports the transition to a net-zero world.

About us

Dalkia is a leading technical and energy services company in the UK. We are committed to building quality relationships to drive long term value for our clients. Backed by EDF, Britain’s biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we leverage the strength of our Group, without losing the personability of a smaller business. We’re a people-first culture.

Our strength lies in the diversity and expertise of our people. We prioritise safety in everything we do, taking a proactive approach that ensures the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone we interact with. Dalkia Engineering: Partnering with our customers, we co-create, design and deliver energy-efficient mechanical, electrical and public health solutions faster, safer and better than ever before.