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Westlakes Recruit are currently supporting one of our major nuclear clients recruiting for a Project Engineer based in Leiston.
You will be part of a large client-led team at Sizewell B Power Station and will be accountable to the client Project Manager, Programme Manager and/or Construction Manager. Flexible working arrangements between office and home may be possible, however the role will predominantly be based at the Power Station. Key responsibilities will be:
- Producing and maintaining engineering documentation including quality plans and technical specifications
- Management of technical queries in accordance with relevant processes and procedures
- Supporting the process of contractor selection and contract placement
- Technical reviews of contractor documents and drawings and carrying out technical appraisals of project options
- Performing feasibility studies, site surveys and liaison with designers and station engineering staff as required
- Prepare Engineering Changes and manage the preparation of supporting and affected documents
- Commissioning documents and act as test team leader where appropriate
- Supporting the Project Manager and Construction Manager in managing the project and ensuring the work is carried out in a safe, timely and effective manner to its conclusion
Qualifications
- Typically Chartered Engineer or HND
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) qualification
- Candidates that hold a formal project management qualification and are versed in modern project management techniques preferred but not essential
- Experience of Identifying, implementing, and complying with applicable safety, environmental and quality standards, company procedures and policies and other relevant legislative and regulatory requirements
- Knowledge and experience of delivering construction projects under CDM
- Ideally experience in managing and delivering electrical power systems design and installation projects; for example prior experience in working with the national grid and/or electrical supply and distribution systems
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Experience of working at Power Stations and Nuclear Licensed Sites is preferred but not essential and everyone working in our team will have a proven track record of working within highly regulated environments with high safety standards
