Piping Construction Engineer

Assystem GmbH; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Piping Construction Engineer to join their dynamic team at one of the largest nuclear projects globally. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the Hinkley Point C project, ensuring high-quality installations while leading and motivating teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy industrial projects and a commitment to safety and compliance. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, this position promises to be both challenging and rewarding, providing a platform to make a significant impact in the energy sector.

Benefits

Hybrid Working Opportunity

Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)

25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays

Option to buy or sell leave days

Professional fees reimbursed

Flexible working hours

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of engineering scopes for major construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams for piping construction best practices.
• Ensure CWPs meet project specifications and compliance requirements.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Technical Problem Solving

Compliance with Nuclear Safety

Education

Engineering Degree

Professional Accreditation in Project Management

CCNSG Safety Passport

NEBOSH Certification

Tools

Construction Workpacks (CWPs)

CDM Regulations

Job description

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With 7,500 Switchers across the globe, we combine decades of engineering expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies to power a sustainable future. As one of the top three nuclear engineering companies in the world, we play a crucial role in delivering major energy infrastructure projects, including Hinkley Point C.

Why Join the Community of Switchers?

By joining Assystem, you’ll become part of one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world. We are at the forefront of the UK’s most exciting nuclear construction projects, offering career-defining opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Our team thrives on collaboration, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to shaping the future of energy.

Job Description

The Job Mission

As a Piping Construction Engineer, you will be a key player in ensuring the successful execution of piping construction activities at Hinkley Point C. Your expertise will be critical in maintaining compliance, driving progress, and leading teams to deliver high-quality installations.

Your future team’s missions will include:

1. Leading and motivating multidisciplinary teams to implement best practices for piping construction.
2. Defining scope boundaries and managing the development of Construction Workpacks (CWPs).
3. Ensuring the delivery of CWPs meets project specifications and gains first-time acceptance.
4. Collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs) and stakeholders to resolve technical challenges.
5. Supporting continuous improvement and process optimisation initiatives.
6. Ensuring strict compliance with nuclear safety, HSE, and site licence requirements.
7. Coordinating safe access routing and surveying activities to support ongoing construction work.
8. Providing leadership in resource planning and progress reporting to the Building Manager.

My profile

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
2. Professional accreditation in project management, construction, or engineering.
3. CCNSG Safety Passport and IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH certification.
4. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a construction environment, coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
5. Proven experience in heavy industrial projects, such as nuclear, oil & gas, or steel manufacturing.
6. Strong understanding of engineering scopes for major construction projects.

Desired Skills:

1. Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated sectors.
2. Familiarity with Joint Ventures and multidisciplinary collaboration.
3. Strong leadership and organisational skills.
4. Knowledge and experience of CDM regulations and their application in construction projects.

This is an opportunity to work on one of the most ambitious nuclear projects in the world. Your expertise will contribute to the success of Hinkley Point C, a cornerstone of the UK’s future energy strategy. If you have experience in heavy industrial construction and thrive in fast-paced environments, we want to hear from you!

Benefits include:

1. Hybrid Working Opportunity
2. Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
3. 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
4. Professional fees reimbursed
5. Flexible working hours
6. Employee referral scheme

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.