Senior Commissioning Engineer - I&C

EDF (UK); Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

EDF (UK) is seeking a Senior Commissioning Engineer to join the team and lead commissioning for the first nuclear power station in a generation. You will oversee the preparation and delivery of commissioning activities, ensuring critical systems are ready for safe operation while supporting our Electric Britain vision.

Based onsite at Hinkley Point C in Bridgwater, you will work with project teams, contractors and operations colleagues to achieve key milestones.

Qualifications

• Experience in EPR I&C commissioning on projects such as TSN, FA3 or OL3.
• Knowledge of Siemens SPPA-T2000 platform in commissioning or operational environments.
• Security Vetting requirement and UK residency for the past three of five years.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and developing commissioning documentation for testing activities
• Planning and delivering commissioning tests across assigned systems
• Supporting design reviews to ensure commissioning activities are delivered efficiently
• Analysing test results, resolving technical issues and producing commissioning reports
• Preparing system handover documentation and supporting the transition to operations

Skills

EPR I&C

Commissioning

Tools

Siemens SPPA-T2000

Job description

About The Role

If you're an experienced I&C commissioning professional with EPR expertise, this is your opportunity to help deliver one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure projects. Join us at #HinkleyPointC and play a leading role in safely bringing a new generation of nuclear power online. At EDF,

About The Role

If you're an experienced I&C commissioning professional with EPR expertise, this is your opportunity to help deliver one of the UK's most significant energy infrastructure projects. Join us at #HinkleyPointC and play a leading role in safely bringing a new generation of nuclear power online. At EDF, Success is Personal.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Commissioning Engineer, you'll join the team, commissioning the first nuclear power station to be built in a generation. You'll oversee the preparation and delivery of commissioning activities, helping to ensure critical systems are ready for safe operation while supporting our vision of Electric Britain.

You’ll join us on a salary starting from £66,868 per annum, depending on experience, with the potential for an annual bonus. This is an onsite role based at #HinkleyPointC in #Bridgwater, where you’ll work closely with project teams, contractors and operational colleagues to deliver key project milestones.

Working on one of Europe’s largest EPR nuclear projects, you’ll take ownership of commissioning activities from preparation through to test execution and system handover. You’ll help drive operational readiness while contributing to the UK’s low‑carbon future.

Who You Are

We’re looking for a Senior Commissioning Engineer with specialist knowledge and proven experience in EPR I&C commissioning. Are you experienced in:

• EPR I&C commissioning on projects such as TSN, FA3 or OL3
• Working with the Siemens SPPA-T2000 platform in commissioning or operational environments
• EPR power plant operations and system interactions

To be appointed to this role, you will need to meet the criteria for Security Vetting, which will, ordinarily, require you to have been a resident of the UK for at least three of the past five years.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Reviewing and developing commissioning documentation for testing activities
• Planning and delivering commissioning tests across assigned systems
• Supporting design reviews to help ensure commissioning activities are delivered efficiently
• Analysing test results, resolving technical issues and producing commissioning reports
• Preparing system handover documentation and supporting the transition to operations

Pay, Benefits And Culture

Alongside a starting salary from £66,868 per annum, depending on experience and a market‑leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from employee discounts and gym membership to tax‑efficient leasing and support for your professional development.

At EDF, we believe there are many ways to succeed. That’s why we’ll help you develop a career that’s unique to you. Through meaningful work, development opportunities and support along the way, Success is Personal.

We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we’ll support you every step of the way.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 24th November 2026

Join us and find your success at EDF.

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Success is Personal. It’s your journey, powered by us. Join us and drive the transition towards An Electric Britain.