Senior Electrical Project Engineer - Nuclear Infra

Adecco; Chilton Polden; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A Senior Electrical Project Engineer is sought for a high-profile project at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, with transition to Sizewell C from January 2027. The role is Inside IR35, umbrella, initial six months with a 12+ month assignment.

The successful candidate will lead major electrical packages from concept through handover, develop execution strategies, coordinate diverse teams, and ensure safety and quality in a nuclear environment.

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Electrical Engineering.
• Significant experience delivering electrical projects in regulated sectors (infrastructure, energy, nuclear).
• Proven track record from design through handover with leadership and commercial awareness.
• Proficient in coordination, stakeholder management and client-facing activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major electrical packages from concept through handover.
• Develop and implement package execution strategies aligned with the Programme Execution Plan (PEP).
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to achieve project delivery objectives.
• Serve as principal client/stakeholder contact and maintain effective communication.
• Monitor performance against budget, programme, and commercial targets; manage risks.

Skills

Electrical project leadership

Stakeholder management

Client-facing experience

Quality assurance awareness

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent (HNC/HND)

Job description

A Senior Electrical Project Engineer is sought for a high-profile project at Hinkley Point C, Bridgwater, with transition to Sizewell C from January 2027. The role is Inside IR35, umbrella, initial six months with a 12+ month assignment.

The successful candidate will lead major electrical packages from concept through handover, develop execution strategies, coordinate diverse teams, and ensure safety and quality in a nuclear environment.