Job Title: Contract Engineering Lead

Location: Hinkley Point C, Somerset, UK

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Staff Role)

Work Arrangement: On-Site

About the Role

A major opportunity has arisen for a Contract Engineering Lead to join the team at Hinkley Point C, one of the most significant clean energy projects in Europe. This role will provide technical and engineering leadership to support manufacturing contractors delivering critical equipment across the Nuclear Island and Conventional Island/Balance of Plant buildings.

As a Contract Engineering Lead, you will be the technical focal point for contract execution, ensuring that engineering activities are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to the highest standards of quality. This is a pivotal role embedded in the Joint Design Office (JDO), designed to enhance site-based engineering responsiveness and minimise disruption to construction activities.

Key Responsibilities

Lead contract technical meetings and represent engineering at project-level discussions

Manage and resolve technical queries and interface issues across design, construction, and manufacturing

Review and approve contractor deliverables, including designs and modifications where applicable

Oversee the technical evolution of the contract, including managing and documenting design changes

Review contract amendments and technical exemptions ahead of Project Manager approval

Coordinate the multi-disciplinary engineering team (both front-office and back-office) supporting the contract

Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure appropriate resource and budget planning

Monitor and report engineering Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to senior stakeholders

Contribute to team capability development by mentoring junior and less experienced Contract Engineering LeadsQualifications & Experience Required

Degree or equivalent experience in an Engineering or Scientific discipline

Strong understanding of construction, installation, and Health & Safety/CDM regulations

Proven ability to apply multi-disciplinary technical knowledge to assess and challenge engineering designs

Technical background in mechanical systems, rotating equipment, steelwork, or similar disciplines

Experience working on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects, ideally within a regulated environment

Strong collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills

IT literate and confident working with technical documentation and data

Proficiency in written and spoken English (B2 level or higher)What’s on Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Single private medical cover and digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave and family support benefits

Paid volunteering time and matched-funding for charitable giving

Reimbursement for professional development and memberships

Supportive and inclusive team environment with a strong culture of safety and integrityAbout the Project

This role is part of the wider clean energy programme supporting Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, SMR development, and international energy ventures. You will be joining a multi-disciplinary team contributing to the future of nuclear power and sustainable energy solutions.

Flexible Working

While this position is site-based at Hinkley Point C, flexibility around working hours and patterns may be considered in line with project and team needs.

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.

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