At a Glance
- Tasks: Support HVAC engineering delivery and ensure safe, compliant installations at Hinkley Point C.
- Company: Join Assystem, a leading global engineering firm driving the clean energy transition.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working hours, hybrid options, and a competitive benefits package.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team shaping the future of energy with innovative solutions.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on major clean energy projects while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering and five years of HVAC experience in a regulated industry.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
Company Description
About Assystem: Assystem is an international engineering and project management company with over 7,500 Switchers worldwide, committed to accelerating the global energy transition. In the UK, we deliver complex infrastructure and nuclear programmes, supporting landmark projects such as Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and emerging SMR developments. Our teams combine deep engineering heritage with digital capability, working across the full project lifecycle to deliver safe, efficient and sustainable solutions at scale.
Why Join the Community of Switchers? Joining Assystem means becoming part of one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world. Our UK teams operate at the heart of nationally significant infrastructure, shaping the future of clean energy delivery. You will work alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative environment where technical excellence, governance and safety drive every decision, while benefiting from structured development and exposure to major nuclear construction programmes.
Job Description: This is a full-time, site-based role at Hinkley Point C in Bridgwater, supporting HVAC engineering delivery across installation and site governance activities. The role connects HVAC engineering, construction teams and the site technical office. It ensures site requests and technical issues are assessed accurately and efficiently. You provide technical oversight to support safe, compliant installation and progression to commissioning.
- Act as HVAC interface between design and site installation
- Review FCR and NCR submissions for clarity and completeness
- Assess remediation proposals and confirm preferred technical options
- Monitor FCR and NCR trends and propose mitigation measures
- Perform surveillance on designer documentation supporting site
- Identify installation non-conformances through quality processes
- Propose KPIs to track issue throughput and resolution
- Coordinate communication between site teams and technical office
- Analyse project documentation including specifications and CCOM requirements
- Provide proactive technical support to remove construction blockers
Your future team operates within the wider MEH engineering function, working closely with construction management and discipline counterparts to maintain alignment between design intent and site delivery.
Qualifications: Nuclear experience is not essential, but is of course welcome. If you have worked within a highly regulated environment, your skills and approach are highly transferable and of strong interest to us. We also recognise that the perfect candidate rarely exists. If you feel you meet around 80% of the criteria and are motivated to develop further, we would strongly encourage you to apply.
- Degree in an engineering discipline
- Minimum five years HVAC experience in regulated industry
- Experience delivering HVAC systems on multidisciplinary projects
- Knowledge of NCR, FCR or change control processes
- Understanding of CDM Regulations and site compliance
- Ability to assess technical documentation rigorously
- Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholder groups
- Awareness of contractual and commercial mechanisms
- Site based engineering experience in construction environment
Additional Information: Ready to lead the way on one of the UK's biggest clean energy builds? Join a team where your skills will help power the future. Bring your mechanical expertise—and we’ll provide the platform to make your mark.
Benefits include:
- Hybrid Working Opportunity
- Flexible working hours
- Pension scheme (8% company contribution / 4% personal contribution)
- 25 days’ paid annual leave + bank holidays + option to buy or sell days
- Professional fees reimbursed
- Employee referral scheme
- Competitive Sick Pay – Support when you need it
- Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover
- Free Digital Gym Access – Expert-led fitness classes
- 24/7 Employee Support Line – Mental health, financial & legal help
NOTICE TO CANDIDATES ON RECRUITMENT FRAUD - We are committed to safeguarding candidates from fraudulent activity associated with our recruitment process. Please note that we will never offer specialist CV writing services, request payment or ask for sensitive personal information during the recruitment process.
We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter! Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.
Summary: Type: Full-time, Function: Engineering, Experience level: Mid-Senior Level, Industry: Management Consulting
HVAC Engineer in Somerset employer: Assystem
Assystem is an exceptional employer that champions innovation and collaboration within the nuclear engineering sector. Located in Greater London, we offer a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and professional development. Our commitment to excellence is matched by our supportive environment, making it a rewarding place for talented individuals to thrive and contribute to impactful projects.
