Project Engineer - Mechanical/Electrical

NG Bailey; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Car/Car Allowance

Flexible Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Discounts

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer to contribute to a groundbreaking nuclear power project in Bridgwater. This role involves supporting project delivery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and fostering a positive safety culture. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team focused on innovative engineering solutions that provide zero-carbon electricity to millions. This is a unique opportunity to work on a significant project that shapes the future of energy in the UK, with competitive salary packages and benefits that support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or HNC in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in nuclear or highly regulated sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Area Lead in delivering project scope and reporting progress.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and compliance with standards.

Skills

Project Engineering

Nuclear Safety Culture

Construction Method Improvement

Compliance Monitoring

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

HNC or above in relevant discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Navis Works

NEC ECC Contract Knowledge

Job description

10 April 2025

Bridgwater

Permanent

Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

NG Bailey are proud to be involved in the Hinkley Point C project based in Bridgwater, Somerset. This is the first in a new generation of nuclear power stations in the UK providing zero-carbon electricity for around six million homes. NG Bailey, the UK’s leading independent engineering and services business, are proud to be part of the MEH Alliance, a joint venture to deliver the Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC installation for the project.

As part of recent growth on this project, we have a new vacancy for a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer to join us based in Bridgwater.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

1. Supporting the Area Lead to deliver the scope of work.
2. Provide a weekly report on progress and update to programme.
3. Review construction engineering deliverables as issued by the client and ensure the team are working to the latest issue.
4. Construction method improvement plans.
5. Lead and foster a positive Nuclear Safety Culture.
6. Ensure CWPs are delivered on time to ensure no delays to construction activities.
7. Ensure all materials and tooling are delivered ready for construction activities.
8. Ensure CEMAR management as required to raise EWNs and support Cost Advice process.
9. Ensure Configuration Control is maintained across the scope works information.
10. Monitoring compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards and specifications.

What we’re looking for:

1. A relevant degree or HNC/above in a relevant discipline (Mechanical or Electrical) and/or substantial experience as a Project Engineer or similar role on large scale construction projects.
2. Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated sectors (preferred).
3. Professional accreditation (preferred).
4. AutoCAD and Navis Works knowledge (desirable).
5. Knowledge of NEC ECC Contract (desirable).
6. We are able to offer a competitive salary with generous uplift and allowances for working away from home where required.
7. Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution.
8. Discounts.

Please apply with an up to date CV, detailing your salary/package expectations.

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.