Senior Project Engineer in Bristol

Energy Jobline ZR; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bristol is looking for a Senior Project Engineer with a background in Mechanical Engineering or General Engineering. The role involves working on nuclear projects, from design to site-based engineering in various fields. You should be an effective communicator and an innovative problem solver. Flexible working and inclusive policies are part of the offering.

Benefits

Flexible working

Inclusive employment policies

Access to employee networks

Qualifications

• Degree, HND/C, or equivalent with a Mechanical Engineering or General Engineering background.
• Chartered or Incorporated Member of a recognised professional institution (IMechE, IchemE).
• Experience delivering engineering projects, emphasizing safety, quality, time, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Work on exciting nuclear projects including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, and SMR.
• Span roles from design to site-based engineering across multiple fields.

Skills

Effective communication

Innovative problem solver

Detail orientation

Project management

Education

Degree, HND/C, or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or General Engineering

Chartered or Incorporated Member of a recognised professional institution

Job description

Senior Project Engineer – Nuclear and Power

As a Senior Project Engineer in AtkinsRéalis's Nuclear and Power business, you will work on a wide range of exciting nuclear projects including Hinkley Point C (HPC), Sizewell C (SZC), Small Modular Reactors (SMR) and defence-based opportunities. Your role spans design to site‑based engineering across Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC and Installation fields.

Key Qualifications

• Degree, HND/C, or equivalent with a Mechanical Engineering or General Engineering background.
• Chartered or Incorporated Member of a recognised professional institution (IMechE, IchemE).
• Experience delivering engineering projects, emphasizing safety, quality, time, and cost.
• Effective communication, quick integration into multidisciplinary teams and influence stakeholders.
• Innovative problem solver with detail orientation and adherence to codes and standards.
• Proactive self‑starter comfortable working independently or within teams.
• Experience in the nuclear sector is not required; transferable experience from Nuclear, Military, Oil & Gas or Marine is welcomed.

Benefits

At AtkinsRéalis you’ll be part of a culture committed to diverse talent and equality. We support STEM returners, women in senior roles, and have signed the AXIS Pledge for equal pay, leadership, and opportunities. We offer flexible working, inclusive employment policies and access to a range of employee networks.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance. Offers of employment are contingent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. The vetting process is conducted by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV). Candidates must provide proof of a UK‑based clearance for at least five years.

Equal Opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications are welcome from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.