Overview

Are you ready to take on the challenge of working on complex installation assemblies within the energy sector? ALTEN UK is looking for an Installation Assemblies Engineer to support the design and delivery of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems for large-scale power generation facilities. You will be part of a core engineering team driving the design and installation of modules, ensuring they meet stringent technical, safety, and quality requirements. This is a unique opportunity to work on critical infrastructure that will contribute directly to the UK's energy security and net-zero objectives.

Location: Derby (Hybrid, 2 days on-site)

Seniority: Mid Level (3-10 years of experience)

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare installation activities by reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and vendor documentation.
• Develop and progress the design of installation modules through the design review process, ensuring compliance with technical and project requirements.
• Oversee the assembly and installation of heavy plant machinery including turbines, boilers, piping systems, and auxiliary equipment.
• Supervise on-site activities such as piping, cabling, welding, bolting, and structural assemblies to meet international standards (ASME, ISO, etc.).
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are applied during all installation and lifting operations.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams — civil, mechanical, electrical, and control engineers — to achieve seamless system integration.
• Support pre-commissioning and functional testing (e.g., hydro tests, electrical tests, vibration checks) and assist in handover to operations.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering.
• Proven experience in installation, assembly, or commissioning within the energy, power plant, or heavy engineering sector.
• Knowledge of installation codes, quality standards, and safety practices.
• Familiarity with project management and supervisory responsibilities in an engineering environment.
• Ability to solve on-site technical challenges and deliver practical solutions under pressure.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Systems Engineering.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with power generation equipment (turbines, generators, boilers).
• Knowledge of welding, bolting, and assembly procedures.
• Familiarity with energy sector regulatory standards.
• Previous involvement in pre-commissioning or commissioning activities.

Benefits

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• A competitive salary
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Why join us? We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently. Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies. We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today!