Nuclear Commissioning Engineer

TL;DR

Nuclear Commissioning Engineer (Nuclear): Developing and implementing commissioning processes, tools, and guidance for complex nuclear projects with an accent on detailed design integration, SQEP principles, and regulatory compliance. Focus on establishing commissioning capability, guiding multidisciplinary design teams, and supporting large programmes in a heavily regulated environment.

Location: Derby, Manchester, or Warrington, United Kingdom; on-site attendance required 1–2 days per week at one of these locations. BPSS clearance and compliance with export control and DOE 810 nationality restrictions are required.

Company

Engineering and technology consultancy delivering projects across aerospace, defence, energy, automotive, rail, IT, and other industrial sectors.

What you will do

• Lead the commissioning capability function for complex nuclear-sector projects.
• Establish and maintain commissioning rules, tools, methods, and assessment processes.
• Work with design teams during detailed design to embed commissioning best practices and provide practical guidance.
• Apply SQEP principles to commissioning oversight and guidance.
• Improve commissioning processes and capability across large, complex programmes.
• Support compliance with regulatory, export control, and nationality requirements.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of commissioning experience in nuclear, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, or another heavily regulated industry.
• Experience establishing commissioning processes at the detailed design stage and delivering large, complex programmes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and export control considerations.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS clearance and meet DOE 810 nationality restrictions.

Culture & Benefits

• Ongoing learning, mentoring, and a personalised career development path.
• Exposure to diverse engineering projects and industries.
• Private medical insurance, life insurance, and pension scheme.
• Cycle and technology scheme plus employee assistance programme.
• Social events, team building, and flexible working arrangements depending on the role.
• Support for Armed Forces community members, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses or partners.