Project Engineer - Mechanical/Electrical

N G Bailey; East Devon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical/Electrical Engineer for a groundbreaking nuclear project in Bridgwater. This role involves supporting the delivery of critical engineering tasks while fostering a positive safety culture. You will be instrumental in ensuring project milestones are met, working with advanced tools like AutoCAD and Navis Works. The company values innovation and offers a competitive salary with generous benefits, including pension contributions and discounts. Join a team dedicated to shaping the future of energy and infrastructure in the UK.

Benefits

Car/Car Allowance

Flexible Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

Discounts

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience in nuclear or regulated sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Area Lead to deliver project scope and report on progress.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and compliance with standards.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Nuclear Safety Culture

AutoCAD

Navis Works

NEC ECC Contract Knowledge

Education

Relevant Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

HNC or Above in Relevant Discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Navis Works

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:

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

What we’re looking for:

• 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.
• Experience in nuclear or other highly regulated sectors (preferred).
• Professional accreditation (preferred).
• AutoCAD and Navis Works knowledge (desirable).
• Knowledge of NEC ECC Contract (desirable).
• We are able to offer a competitive salary with generous uplift and allowances for working away from home where required.
• Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 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.

NG Bailey on the Hinkley Point C Project:

We are working across both Hinkley Point C units to deliver the infrastructure that will power the station and its operations, creating 1,000 jobs including many specialist engineers. Works include the design and installation of circa 76,000 cables totalling over 3,000km in length; over 180km of cable containment support systems; fire and environmental sealing; design and installation of earthing systems, and specialist packages associated with data acquisition and plant control.

About Us:

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.