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Project Engineer

Posted: 19/02/26
Recruiter:Adept:Us
Reference:3073161771
Type:Permanent
Disciplines: Engineering
Salary:£60,000 - £70,000 Annual
Location:Woolston, UK
Description:

Project Engineer Mechanical or Electrical

Hinkley Point C, Somerset (based on site)

Full Time, Permanent

9-day fortnight (Every other friday off as standard)

£60,000- £70,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Travel and accommodation allowances for those travelling further afield

Benefits include: 25 days holiday + Banks, Enhanced Pension Contributions.

Adeptus are proud to be partnered with a tier 1 engineering services provider who are part of the exciting Hinkley Point C nuclear power station build. They are currently looking to add a project engineers to their team on a full time, permanent basis.

The Opportunity

We are seeking Project Engineers (Mechanical or Electrical bias) to deliver complex packages of work within a highly regulated nuclear environment.

This role is suited to candidates with:

  • Mechanical background (HVAC, pipework, drainage, heating & cooling, nuclear mechanical plant)
    OR
  • Electrical background (power distribution, cable management, electrical installation, nuclear electrical systems)

You will take responsibility for safe, compliant, on-time, on-budget delivery of assigned project packages while working closely with Project Managers, QS, QA, site teams and subcontractors.

What We re Looking For

  • Proven experience delivering projects in nuclear or highly regulated sectors (defence, energy, rail, petrochemical, etc.)
  • Strong programme, cost and risk management capability
  • Experience managing subcontractors and site teams
  • Knowledge of nuclear safety culture & quality standards

Desirable:

  • HNC/ONC or equivalent engineering qualification
  • Working towards APM PMQ (or similar)
  • Experience within large-scale EPC projects

Why Join?

  • Long-term programme stability
  • Exposure to nuclear-grade systems and standards
  • Work on one of Europe s most significant infrastructure projects
  • Excellent career development & progression
  • 9-day fortnight working pattern

If you have nuclear, defence or large-scale industrial project experience and want to contribute to a landmark UK energy project, we want to hear from you.

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