Project Engineer C&I

Job description

Project Engineer – C&I | Deliver high-impact engineering projects that help power millions of UK homes with zero-carbon energy.

This role places you at the heart of the UK’s nuclear energy programme, working on complex, safety-critical projects with lasting national impact.

Based predominantly at Torness Power Station on Scotland’s east coast, you will contribute to the continued operation and development of a site that has generated over 290TWh of zero-carbon electricity since 1988, supplying power to more than 2 million UK homes.

You will be supported by experienced leaders while developing your project engineering and technical leadership capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain engineering documentation, including quality plans and technical specifications
• Manage technical queries in line with approved processes and procedures
• Support contractor selection, tender evaluation and contract placement
• Review contractor designs, drawings and technical submissions
• Carry out technical appraisals of project options and engineering solutions
• Undertake feasibility studies, site surveys and stakeholder liaison
• Prepare engineering changes and manage impacted documentation
• Develop commissioning documentation and lead test teams where required
• Support safe, timely and compliant project delivery on site

Qualifications & Requirements

• Chartered Engineer status or HNC (or equivalent experience)
• SMSTS qualification
• Experience delivering projects in highly regulated environments
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and construction delivery
• Strong understanding of safety, environmental and quality standards
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Project management qualification desirable but not essential
• Power station or nuclear site experience advantageous

What’s in it for you

The nuclear energy sector offers exceptional long-term career security, technical challenge and the opportunity to support the UK’s low-carbon future through nationally significant infrastructure.

• Competitive market-rate salary and strong benefits package
• Hybrid working options where operationally feasible
• Long-term, stable programmes with continued investment
• Exposure to complex, high-integrity engineering systems
• Work that delivers genuine environmental and societal impact

Company Overview

Our Client is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted to solve complex challenges across science, security and sustainability.

They foster a collaborative, inclusive culture where curiosity, ambition and integrity drive meaningful progress.

With a strong UK presence, Our Client offers employees the opportunity to shape impactful careers on critical national infrastructure projects.

If you are ready to progress your project engineering career within the nuclear sector, apply directly via LinkedIn today.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Scotland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English