EC&I Engineer - Construction

Job Description

Hybrid role based in Bridgwater, supporting Hinkley Point

C. Relocation support available for those living outside commutable distance.

If you are an EC&I Engineer (early‑career) seeking practical construction experience, enhanced technical judgement, and a long‑term career in nuclear engineering, this is an opportunity to contribute to a major UK nuclear project.

• Respond to technical queries, non‑conformances, and change requests.
• Assist with EC&I construction readiness reviews and documentation checks.
• Review installation information against drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Support site teams with electrical and instrumentation installation issues.
• Coordinate technical responses between construction, engineering, and quality.
• Track open technical actions to resolution.
• Contribute to compliance with nuclear safety and environmental requirements.
• Support design alignment with construction strategy and site constraints.
• Escalate technical risks to senior engineering colleagues.
• Maintain clear records for construction and engineering decision‑making.

• Degree, HNC, or HND in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Background in electrical, control, or instrumentation engineering.
• Understanding of construction or installation environments.
• Awareness of electrical systems, instrumentation, or control equipment.
• Ability to read drawings and technical documentation.
• Comfortable raising and tracking technical issues.
• Interest in nuclear, energy, or regulated infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to learn from experienced site engineers.
• Clear communication skills across technical and construction teams.

• Hybrid working opportunity.
• Flexible working hours.
• Company contribution of 8% and personal contribution of 4% to pension scheme.
• Professional fees covered fully.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Competitive sick pay.
• Income protection & 3x salary death‑in‑service cover.
• 24/7 employee support line (mental health, financial & legal help).
• 25 days' paid annual leave plus bank holidays (option to buy or sell days).
• Free digital gym access.

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