M&E Engineer (I&C and Commissioning Scope)

Role Reference: JP00003137

Location: Hinkley Point C Site, Hybrid role - On site 3 days per week.

Arrangement: Permanent

NUVIA UK's Technical Services & Consulting department is rapidly growing, offering hybrid opportunities across the country. We aim to build a multidisciplinary team to provide our clients with a broad range of expertise.

Note: BPSS clearance at basic level is required. Previous clearance is not transferable.

EDF Energy plans to build and operate up to two new nuclear plants (pairs of EPRs) in the UK, starting with Hinkley Point C (HPC) in Somerset.

The Joint Design Office (JDO) supports HPC site-based engineering, providing quick responses to engineering queries and issues from site construction, to help meet schedules and expand project scope. This organization helps save time on-site by offering reactive solutions.

Vacancy Overview

Reporting to an Engineering Lead within the Review & Acceptance Branch of the JDO, the successful candidate will be an I&C or electrical Engineer, involved in reviewing and accepting engineering queries from the site DMIC (Design, Manufacture, Install, and Commission) Contractor concerning the I&C scope across the CI/BOP and Nuclear Island buildings.

The role will specifically support I&C change reviews during the commissioning of the Unit 2 Polar Crane, Demin Water Production Plant, auxiliary transformers, and hydrotests of key Turbine Hall components.

The focus will be on the I&C discipline, with collaboration across other disciplines and with various stakeholders, including site contractors, construction teams, quality teams, project management, and design teams (both on-site and back office).

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to general queries, non-conformances, change requests, and exemption requests from the DMIC Contractors, with support from the Responsible Designer or site experts when needed.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear safety and environmental regulations.
• Challenge design decisions to align with project strategy.
• Coordinate support from external organizations.
• Contribute to resolving and closing open points.
• Assess and address technical risks.
• Maintain strong relationships with EDF EPR Engineering (Responsible Designer).
• Report operationally to an Engineering Lead.

Key Skills:

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in I&C design, installation, and/or commissioning.
• Knowledge of multi-disciplinary technical aspects within the nuclear industry.
• Understanding of construction and installation industries.
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation, including CDM and Nuclear Site License requirements.
• Ability to influence diverse stakeholders, especially in a site environment.
• Proactive, independent working style with good reporting and escalation skills.

Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

Employee Staff Benefits:

• 8.5% Pension Contribution & Life Assurance
• Private Medical Scheme*
• Employee Share Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes: Electric Vehicles, Technology, and Cycle to Work
• 18 Weeks Full Maternity Pay* (+21 weeks SMP)
• Holiday entitlement: 25 days (increasing to 28 after 5 years, 31 after 10 years)
• Option to buy, sell, and carry over up to 5 days of annual leave per year
• Partnership with trade unions
• Personal Development & Further Education Support
• Long Service & Recognition Awards
• Free Employee Assistance Programme

*After 1 year of service.

Nuvia, a subsidiary of VINCI Construction, operates in highly regulated sectors including Civil Nuclear, with a strong presence at nuclear sites in the UK and internationally.

Nuvia is committed to safety, innovation, and excellence, fostering a performance-driven culture and supporting employee development.

Nuvia UK values equality in employment.