Installation & Commissioning Engineer

Position: Installation & Commissioning Engineer
Job Title:

Installation & Commissioning Engineer

Location:

HPC Somerset / Bridgwater, South West England (Field-based)
Type:
Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

37.5 hours per week
Additional Information:
Commercial van supplied

Telent is looking for an Installation & Commissioning Engineer to join our Network Services division. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply and develop your installation skills across electrical and telecommunications equipment as part of the prestigious Hinkley Point C Nuclear Project in Somerset.

The role will initially be based out of our Dunball (Bridgwater) test facility, and will eventually be field-based requiring travel to and from site, as well as our Dunball facility. A full UK driving licence is essential.

Installation & Commissioning Engineer - What you'll do

Report to the Installation Manager and support the successful witnessing of project installations
Install and configure equipment under monitored conditions
Collaborate on-site with colleagues and third parties during the installation and commissioning of systems and networks
Assist in ensuring the quality of both passive and active installations
Collate test results from equipment and share them within the wider Installation & Commissioning team
Share responsibility for improving processes, introducing new ways of working, and driving continuous improvement across the project and warehouse facility
Promote a strong nuclear safety and quality culture, acting as a role model for Telent and subcontractor partners
Install and commission equipment within the HPC site facility as part of a wider team
Pre-stage and configure non-passive equipment within the Dunball facility
Build, strip, package, and prepare equipment for delivery to site (DTS)
Collaborate with third parties on-site to ensure right-first-time installation and commissioning
Witness and report on third-party installations, providing progress updates to the Installation Manager
Work closely with the Installation Manager, Supervisors, and Engineering & Procurement teams to maintain workflow and reporting templates
Report tooling and calibration requirements for site-based teams
Maintain high levels of health & safety awareness and report hazards as required
Consider health & safety risks as part of day-to-day work and minimise risk wherever practicable
Use IT systems to support progress reporting, site documentation, and asset management
Provide daily site progress updates to the Installation Manager
Ensure Telent and project quality, health & safety, environmental, and security procedures are followed
Participate in team meetings, one-to-ones, and performance reviews

Installation & Commissioning Engineer - Who you are

You are a proactive, safety-driven Installation & Commissioning Engineer with experience working in structured, regulated environments. You take pride in delivering high-quality work, value collaboration and clear communication, and are comfortable working on-site as part of a wider project team. You demonstrate strong technical capability and a professional attitude, with safety - particularly nuclear safety - always your first priority.

Installation & Commissioning Engineer - Key requirements

Experience installing and commissioning security systems, telecoms assets, and networks
Experience using computer-based configuration tools and programmes
CITB Health & Safety (Operative) qualification - CSCS / ECS
Demonstrated commitment to employee development and continuous improvement
Ability to build trusted relationships with customers, colleagues, and partners
Passionate, enthusiastic, and motivated, with the ability to positively influence others
Listens to and acts upon employee and colleague concerns
Recognises and celebrates success
Ideally located within commuting distance of Dunball / Bridgwater
Willing to spend significant time at the Dunball test facility initially, transitioning to the HPC site
Strong commitment to safety, particularly nuclear safety
Applies the Zero Harm principle

Telent - What we offer

A career at Telent offers opportunities across multiple sectors, technologies, and customers, allowing you to grow, learn, and make a real impact. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that values difference and celebrates diverse ideas.

Benefits include:

Company vehicle
26 days' annual leave plus 8 public holidays (with buy/sell options)
Company-matched pension scheme
Flexible benefits portal
Family-friendly policies
Occupational health and wellbeing support
Discounts on cinema, restaurants, and shopping via the Telent Reward Scheme We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support