Nuclear Project Engineer

The Company

Mech Electrics are working with a leading provider in the nuclear sector, renowned for delivering innovative and complex projects across the energy industry. With a strong focus on operational excellence, safety, and team collaboration, this company prides itself on fostering an environment that encourages professional development and growth. Due to the expansion of their operations, they are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to join their team at their Dungeness site.

The Role and its Responsibilities

As a Project Engineer in the nuclear sector, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of construction operations, from planning through to handover. You will be responsible for overseeing a wide range of project activities, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards, and driving quality throughout the project lifecycle. Your key responsibilities will include:


Health, Safety & Environmental Management: Taking ownership of HSEQ (Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality) practices, ensuring compliance with all current legislation and promoting a safe working environment.


Operational Leadership: Managing the day-to-day operations on site, ensuring effective coordination between design teams, contractors, and other stakeholders.


Project Execution: Overseeing construction phasing, contingency planning, and testing procedures to ensure the project runs smoothly and meets all milestones.


Team Development: Working closely with the site team to foster a collaborative and high-performance culture, ensuring all members are aligned with project objectives and share responsibility for success.


Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Championing clear and open communication channels across all levels of the business to ensure the project runs efficiently and all stakeholders are kept informed.

The Individual

The ideal candidate for this role will be a highly motivated and results-driven professional with a proven track record in the nuclear or construction sectors. You will be someone who thrives in collaborative environments and is able to effectively manage a small but growing project team. You must be able to demonstrate strong leadership capabilities and the ability to make quick, informed decisions to keep the project on track.


In addition, you will have:


A passion for operational excellence and a willingness to go the extra mile to exceed expectations.


A collaborative and inclusive leadership style, with the ability to build strong relationships across diverse teams and stakeholders.


A strong focus on safety and the ability to manage health and safety protocols with the utmost diligence.

Skills and Qualifications

Experience & Expertise:


A strong understanding of services discipline and technical knowledge relevant to nuclear construction projects.


Extensive experience in managing construction operations, including phasing, contingency planning, and handover procedures.


In-depth knowledge of current HSE and CDM legislation, with hands-on experience in method statements, accident/incident investigation, and implementing safety improvements.


Leadership & Management:


Proven ability to lead teams effectively, with a collaborative and results-focused approach.


Strong decision-making skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage competing demands.


Technical & Commercial Acumen:


Highly numerate, with a commercial mindset and an understanding of the financial and technical aspects of project delivery.


Ability to manage quality assurance processes, understand organizational management systems, and implement business management practices effectively.


Communication Skills:


Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.


Able to champion open and inclusive communication across project teams and the wider business.

Salary and Package

The company is offering a competitive salary of £62,000 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and contribute to high-profile nuclear projects in a collaborative and supportive environment. Benefits include; 26 days holidays, car allowance of £5,420, company matched pension up to 5.75%

If you are an experienced Project Engineer with a passion for the nuclear industry and meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply and join a forward-thinking company that values safety, excellence, and teamwork