Lead Commissioning Engineer

Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Nuclear Sector

We are looking for a Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer
, ideally with prior experience in the UK nuclear industry.

This position requires successful completion of all necessary security clearances, including (but not limited to)
BPSS and P4 pass
.

As Lead Commissioning Engineer, you will take ownership of commissioning activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely delivery. Your responsibilities will include:

• Making safety the top priority
  , driving a Zero Harm culture, and setting an example in nuclear, radiological, conventional, and environmental safety.
• Leading and coordinating a team of Commissioning Engineers and Technicians
  .
• Managing and overseeing testing activities across all phases of commissioning.
• Supervising the preparation and review of commissioning test documentation
  .
• Organising resources and directing commissioning technicians effectively.
• Overseeing the initiation and implementation of FOBs and TQs
  .
• Working with regulatory and compliance representatives to ensure commissioning activities are witnessed and approved
  .
• Controlling the use and records of Temporary Commissioning Aids
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• Ensuring accurate data recording in line with test requirements.
• Using completions management systems to control commissioning activities and manage handovers between construction, commissioning, and client delivery.
• Planning, scheduling, and monitoring work against the project programme
  .
• Participating in multidisciplinary design reviews and working closely with engineering teams.
• Driving continuous improvement across commissioning processes.
• Proactively ensuring progress is maintained to meet project deadlines.

We are seeking someone with:

• A time-served background or equivalent in a mechanical engineering discipline.
• An HNC (or equivalent qualification) preferred, or a clear path towards achieving it.
• Proven project commissioning experience
  .
• Hands‑on experience with process commissioning, vessels, and pumps
  .
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Go Completions software
  .

If this opportunity matches your expertise and ambitions, we'd be delighted to receive your CV.