Mechanical Planning Engineer - M&E

Company Description

⚡️💡 About Assystem

At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. Today, Assystem is among the top three independent nuclear engineering firms worldwide. With over 60 years of experience in highly regulated sectors, the group supports public and industrial stakeholders in the execution of complex and strategic infrastructure projects, subject to high safety and security requirements. 

Assystem mobilizes 8,000 experts in 13 countries and intervenes across the entire project lifecycle, in engineering, project management and digital solutions. Join us in revolutionizing the energy sector and making a significant global impact.

🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?

Be part of one of the top three largest nuclear engineering companies globally. At Assystem, you'll contribute to groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of innovation and engineering excellence. Join a community committed to driving forward the future of energy.

Job Description

🚀 This role supports major nuclear programmes, requiring candidates within commuting distance of Bridgwater or open to relocation support.

You will coordinate integrated Mechanical and Electrical planning activities across Nuclear Island and Balance of Plant programmes.

The role supports complex installation, commissioning and system handover activities within a regulated nuclear construction environment.

🗓️Develop integrated Mechanical and Electrical schedules using Primavera P6 methodologies
⚙️Coordinate multidisciplinary installation sequencing across construction and commissioning teams
🔌Plan Mechanical and Electrical equipment installation and system integration activities
📊Monitor project performance, critical path impacts and mitigation recovery programmes
🏗️Support mechanical completion, testing, balancing and commissioning turnover activities
📈Produce KPI dashboards, progress reports and schedule variance analysis documentation
🤝Interface with subcontractors, engineering teams and project delivery stakeholders
🛡️Ensure compliance with nuclear quality standards and project governance procedures
📋Integrate procurement, fabrication and installation activities into project schedules
🔍Support workface planning and short-term construction look-ahead programme activities

Qualifications

🎓Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent engineering or construction management qualification
📅Proven Planning Engineer experience on major Mechanical and Electrical projects
⚡Strong understanding of Mechanical and Electrical installation methodologies and sequencing
🖥️Advanced practical experience using Oracle Primavera P6 planning software
📈Experience developing fully logic-linked construction and commissioning schedules
🏭Background within nuclear, energy, oil and gas or regulated sectors
🔧Strong understanding of commissioning, turnover and mechanical completion processes
📑Working knowledge of NEC contracts and project controls methodologies
📊Strong analytical capability with reporting and critical path analysis experience
💻Experience using Microsoft Excel, Power BI or Synchro advantageous

Additional Information

🌟 Why Apply?

Join Assystem and become a key player in delivering critical nuclear projects that shape the future of energy. Embrace this opportunity to excel in a dynamic environment where your expertise and leadership will drive global innovation.

🌟 Your Benefits Package

🏠 Hybrid Working – Flexibility to work from home and the office
🏖️ 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
🔄 Buy & Sell Holiday – Make your time off work for you
💰 8% Company Pension Contributions
🛡️ Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
🤒 Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
🏥 Healthcare Cash Plan – Claim back on dental, optical & more
💪 Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
🎁 Exclusive Discounts – Restaurants, days out & top brands
📞 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help
🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money & go green
💉 Free Flu Jabs & Eye Test Vouchers
🧾 Paid Professional Membership Fees
❤️ Volunteer Days – Make a difference on company time

Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

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We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future