Commissioning Engineer (EC&I)
Location
Sellafield, Cumbria, North West, England
Salary
£50 per hour
Contract Type
Contract
Work Type
Full Time
Posted on
5 May 2026
Job Title: Commissioning Engineer (EC&I– Nuclear)
Location: Cumbria
Rate: £50 per hour (Inside IR35 – Umbrella)
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rolling shift pattern
Role Overview
The Commissioning Engineer will support the delivery of nuclear CE&I systems through all phases of commissioning. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, validated, and handed over safely and efficiently in line with project requirements and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
▪️ Carry out vendor test witnessing activities during factory acceptance tests (FAT) and works testing
▪️ Prepare plant commissioning test specifications and supporting documentation
▪️ Conduct early inspections of site installations to support efficient system handovers
▪️ Execute commissioning and testing activities throughout the IPC commissioning phase
▪️ Identify faults, troubleshoot issues, and propose and implement effective solutions
▪️ Organise and supervise Commissioning Technicians and associated support resources
Essential Experience & Qualifications
▪️ Proven experience in nuclear CE&I systems commissioning
▪️ Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in an Engineering-related discipline
▪️ Demonstrable experience within nuclear commissioning environments
▪️ Project management knowledge (APM membership preferred)
▪️ Strong capability in producing calculations using Microsoft Excel
▪️ IOSH Managing Safely certification
▪️ SMSTS or SSSTS qualification
▪️ ECS Supervisory Card relevant to trade
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.
Location: Cumbria
Rate: £50 per hour (Inside IR35 – Umbrella)
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off rolling shift pattern
Role Overview
The Commissioning Engineer will support the delivery of nuclear CE&I systems through all phases of commissioning. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing commissioning activities, ensuring systems are tested, validated, and handed over safely and efficiently in line with project requirements and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
▪️ Carry out vendor test witnessing activities during factory acceptance tests (FAT) and works testing
▪️ Prepare plant commissioning test specifications and supporting documentation
▪️ Conduct early inspections of site installations to support efficient system handovers
▪️ Execute commissioning and testing activities throughout the IPC commissioning phase
▪️ Identify faults, troubleshoot issues, and propose and implement effective solutions
▪️ Organise and supervise Commissioning Technicians and associated support resources
Essential Experience & Qualifications
▪️ Proven experience in nuclear CE&I systems commissioning
▪️ Minimum qualification: HNC/HND in an Engineering-related discipline
▪️ Demonstrable experience within nuclear commissioning environments
▪️ Project management knowledge (APM membership preferred)
▪️ Strong capability in producing calculations using Microsoft Excel
▪️ IOSH Managing Safely certification
▪️ SMSTS or SSSTS qualification
▪️ ECS Supervisory Card relevant to trade
The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
We welcome applications from every walk of life and are committed to diversity within the industries we support, as a certified Inclusive Recruiter and Armed Forces friendly employer. You can ensure you stay safe when job searching online by visiting the JobsAware website.
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Anna Bowden
Recruitment Consultant
