Electrical Commissioning Engineer - Nuclear

Wood Commissioning is recruiting for experienced Electrical Commissioning Engineers to support EDF at Hinkley Point C (HPC). Ideally based locally to the area, successful candidates will be engaged on a 12 month rolling PAYE contract working 40 hrs/week Monday to Friday at the HPC Site in Bridgwater.

The Role

The HPC Commissioning Team is expanding in preparation for the commissioning of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the first nuclear power station to be built in a generation.

You will help build successful collaborative relationships with contractors, the HPC project delivery team, site engineering and the plant operational organisation ensuring success within your role while working within a team to successfully commissioning HPC on behalf of the NNB Commissioning Programme.

To carry out the role of Electrical Commissioning Engineer, Engineers will normally be aligned to either HV, LV, DC or generator systems but will be expected to work across all electrical disciplines at times during the contract period. This includes system voltages at 400kV, 10kV, 690VAC, 400VAC, 220VDC and control voltages.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Hinkley Point C (HPC) is a first‑of‑a‑kind UK EPR nuclear construction project and one of the most complex engineering undertakings in Europe. The Commissioning Programme leads the transition from construction to operation, demonstrating to regulators that systems are safe, compliant and ready for service. The Electrical Commissioning Engineer plays a critical role in validating system performance through rigorous testing, verification and evidence generation.

What makes you remarkable?

Expected:

• HNC / HND or recognised equivalent in relevant Engineering discipline
• Demonstrable years of experience in undertaking fault finding activities, conducting commissioning / return to service / operational / maintenance tests
• Previous experience in high-hazard, industrial environment

Desirable:

• Degree educated or equivalent in Electrical discipline
• Good communication skills and the ability to convey complex information to others
• Delivery focus – either a track record of delivery or a delivery mind-set
• Demonstrable history of working within safety and quality cultures

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