Project Engineer

Take your project engineering career to the next level by delivering high-impact projects within one of the UK's most critical and future-focused industries.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer (Electrical) to join a major nuclear programme, supporting the safe and successful delivery of essential infrastructure projects. Working within a highly regulated environment, you'll collaborate with experienced professionals, develop your technical and leadership capabilities, and gain exposure to complex, large-scale projects that offer genuine long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the delivery of assigned electrical engineering project activities to agreed safety, quality, cost and schedule targets.

* Support the development and implementation of project execution strategies.

* Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with client teams and key stakeholders.

* Monitor project performance and support the achievement of delivery objectives.

* Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards, policies and procedures.

* Facilitate effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.

* Contribute to project planning, risk management and decision-making activities.

* Support supplier engagement and coordination throughout project delivery.

* Promote a strong safety culture within all project activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

* Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

* Experience within Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation, or High Voltage engineering.

* Experience delivering projects within complex, highly regulated environments.

* Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning.

* SMSTS qualification or equivalent.

* Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes.

* Experience with planning, estimating, cost control and commercial management.

* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

* Experience within nuclear, power generation or other safety-critical industries is advantageous.

What's in it for you?

The Nuclear Energy sector offers a unique opportunity to work on projects that make a lasting impact on the UK's energy future. With significant investment across the industry, professionals benefit from long-term career stability, access to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to contribute to sustainable, low-carbon energy generation. This is an environment where technical expertise is highly valued, professional development is encouraged, and ambitious individuals can build rewarding, long-term careers.

* Excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement.

* Competitive salary and strong benefits package.

* Exposure to large-scale, nationally significant projects.

* Ongoing training and professional development support.

* Opportunities to work alongside experienced industry experts.

* Access to innovative technologies and engineering solutions.

* Long-term job security within a growing sector.

* Support towards professional accreditation and career goals.

* Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the UK's energy future.

Company Overview

Our Client is a globally recognised engineering and technology organisation delivering complex solutions across critical infrastructure, energy, science and sustainability programmes. Renowned for technical excellence, innovation and a collaborative culture, they provide their people with the opportunity to work on challenging projects that create real-world impact. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, continuous learning and long-term career development.

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If you're an experienced Project Engineer looking to develop your career within the Nuclear Energy sector, we'd love to hear from you.
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