Senior Project Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Project Engineer in the nuclear power sector. You will play a crucial role in delivering critical projects at Heysham 2 Power Station, ensuring compliance and driving engineering excellence. This role offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact the future of energy. With a strong focus on career growth and employee well-being, this is an opportunity to thrive in a meaningful and dynamic industry. Take the next step in your career and be part of a team that supports and inspires each other.

Benefits

Free single medical cover + digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave pay

Reimbursement for professional memberships

Matched-funding for charitable donations

Paid volunteering time

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects under CDM.
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Producing and maintaining engineering documentation and quality plans.
• Managing technical queries and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Documentation

Compliance Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Chartered Engineer

HND Qualification

Tools

SMSTS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Senior Project Engineer – Nuclear Power

Location: Heysham 2 Power Station, Morecambe

Salary: Competitive (with excellent benefits)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, On-Site

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Project Engineer looking for your next challenge? Do you thrive in highly regulated environments and want to play a key role in delivering critical nuclear projects? This is your chance to join a leading engineering team supporting the UK's nuclear power fleet. Working on-site at Heysham 2 Power Station, you'll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team, driving engineering excellence in one of the most vital industries.

Why Join?

This company puts its people first, offering outstanding career growth opportunities and a strong benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary + benefits
• Free single medical cover + digital GP service
• Enhanced parental leave pay & family-friendly policies
• Reimbursement for professional memberships & training
• Matched-funding for charitable donations & paid volunteering time

Your Role

As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll manage engineering documentation, contractor selection, feasibility studies, and compliance.

You'll work on a variety of technical and construction projects at Heysham 2, a power station that has generated enough zero-carbon electricity to power Lancashire for 144 years!

Key Responsibilities:

• Producing and maintaining engineering documentation, quality plans, and technical specifications
• Managing technical queries and ensuring compliance with safety & regulatory standards
• Supporting contractor selection and contract placement
• Conducting technical appraisals, feasibility studies, and site surveys
• Leading technical reviews of contractor documents and drawings
• Preparing engineering changes and commissioning documents

What We're Looking For:

• Chartered Engineer or HND qualification
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification
• Experience managing construction projects under CDM
• Strong technical, organisational, and communication skills
• Power station/nuclear industry experience (but not essential)

The Company Culture

This is more than just a job—it's a place where people support, challenge, and inspire each other. The company champions and values its employees, ensuring every individual feels valued. Whether you're seeking professional development, work-life balance, or a meaningful role in a growing industry, you'll find it here.

APPLY NOW – Be part of something bigger and power the future of energy!