Electrical Commissioning Engineer

Help commission one of the UK's most important clean energy projects and leave a lasting legacy for future generations.

Hinkley Point C is the first new nuclear power station to be built in the UK for more than 20 years and will provide reliable, low-carbon electricity to millions of homes. We're seeking an Electrical Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery of this landmark project, working within a high-performing team responsible for safely testing, validating and bringing critical electrical systems into operation.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK nuclear industry while developing specialist commissioning expertise on one of Europe's largest infrastructure programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning procedures, test documentation and system validation records.
• Deliver commissioning and functional testing activities for electrical systems.
• Perform fault-finding, diagnosis and system verification activities.
• Analyse commissioning results and produce technical reports.
• Support commissioning planning and programme delivery.
• Collaborate with project, design and site engineering teams.
• Participate in design reviews to ensure systems are commissioning-ready.
• Supervise contractor personnel during commissioning activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline.
• Experience commissioning electrical systems within industrial environments.
• Strong fault-finding and technical problem-solving skills.
• Experience conducting maintenance, operational or return-to-service testing.
• Previous experience within a high-hazard or regulated industry.
• Excellent documentation and reporting capability.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work on site five days per week.

What's in it for You?

The nuclear industry offers exceptional career stability, long-term investment and opportunities to work on projects that directly contribute to the UK's energy future. With continued growth across the sector, professionals benefit from exposure to cutting-edge technology, complex engineering challenges and excellent career development prospects.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Long-term career progression
• Industry-leading training and development
• Exposure to world-class commissioning programmes
• Strong job security within a growing sector
• Opportunity to support the UK's net-zero ambitions
• Work alongside highly experienced engineering professionals

Company Overview

Our Client is a global engineering and technology organisation delivering innovative solutions across energy, infrastructure, sustainability and critical national programmes. Renowned for technical excellence and collaboration, Our Client empowers talented individuals to solve complex challenges, develop their careers and contribute to projects that make a meaningful difference worldwide.

If you're ready to take your commissioning career to the next level and be part of a once-in-a-generation nuclear project, apply today.
 

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