Ensure quality and safety on one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects.
This is your chance to bring your welding inspection expertise to a landmark nuclear new‑build project that will power millions of homes for generations. As a Field Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the highest quality standards, working within a supportive site team where safety, precision, and collaboration are paramount. If you take pride in upholding rigorous standards and thrive in a large‑scale construction environment, this is the opportunity for you.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform continuous, notified, and planned surveillance to ensure works are constructed in accordance with contract requirements
- Notify the Construction Superintendent of non‑conformance requests and contribute to issuing non‑conformance reports
- Proactively communicate with site teams to ensure timely surveillance reporting
- Contribute surveillance information to support key performance indicators
- Identify potential quality issues early to enable proactive mitigating actions
- Support temporary measures to maintain safety and quality standards, preventing works from halting
Qualifications & Requirements
- Mechanical engineering, materials, or welding qualifications, or equivalent vocational training and experience
- Broad knowledge of the engineering construction industry, materials, trades methods, and legal requirements
- Excellent organisational and communication skills (knowledge of French is an advantage)
- Proven experience writing accurate and concise diaries relevant to the form of contract
- Proven track record of working within a large construction team
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to maintain quality standards under pressure
- Working knowledge of British and European standards, including RCC‑M, BS EN, and ASME
What’s in it for you
The nuclear energy sector offers long‑term stability, meaningful work, and clear career progression. You’ll be part of a project that is central to the UK’s net zero future, working alongside industry‑leading professionals in a high‑integrity environment.
- Competitive market rates for permanent roles
- Free single medical cover and digital GP service
- Enhanced parental leave pay and family‑friendly benefits
- Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
- Matched‑funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations
- Opportunity to work on the UK’s first new nuclear power station in over 20 years
- A culture built on safety, inclusion, and professional support
About Our Client
Our client is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted to solve complex challenges in science, security, and sustainability. In the UK, they employ over 8,000 skilled professionals and are committed to putting people at the heart of their business. With a strong focus on safety, integrity, and diversity, they offer an environment where you can grow, contribute, and succeed.
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