Senior Mechanical Engineer; Valves

Position: Senior Mechanical Engineer (Valves)
55000 - 65000 per annum

Bridgwater, England

Permanent

Are you an experienced mechanical engineer looking to play a critical role in one of Europe's largest clean energy projects? Our client are seeking a Mechanical/Valve Engineer to support the Hinkley Point C nuclear new build project

Key Responsibilities Technical Authority:
Provide expert engineering support and guidance for industrial valves across the full project lifecycle.

Design & Compliance:
Review supplier documentation, assess design modifications, and ensure all work strictly complies with rigorous nuclear industry requirements and project standards.

Issue Resolution:
Investigate and resolve technical challenges efficiently to keep project milestones on track.

Stakeholder Coordination:
Act as the primary technical focal point, bridging communication between the construction site, design teams, suppliers, and the client.

Cross-Functional Leadership:
Lead technical discussions and manage complex organizational interfaces to maintain high standards of safety and quality.

What We Are Looking For We are open to candidates across a broad range of experience levels who can demonstrate sound engineering judgment and leadership.

Education:

A degree in Mechanical, Nuclear, or a related engineering discipline.

Sector

Experience:

Proven background in industrial valve engineering within highly regulated sectors (e.g., nuclear, energy, defence, oil & gas, or power generation).Technical Strengths:
Familiarity with valve design, qualification, supplier management, and nuclear standards or construction support.

Soft Skills:

Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities.

Languages:

Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in French is a strong advantage.