Our Vacancy
Welding Inspector
- Nuclear
- Permanent /
- Bridgwater
- United Kingdom
- 20/01/25
- On site
⚡️💡 About Assystem
At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the global energy transition. With over 55 years of expertise in highly regulated industries, our 7,500 Switchers work across 12 countries to deliver engineering, project management, and digital solutions that ensure safe, efficient, and reliable energy systems. Ranked 2nd globally in nuclear engineering, we are committed to enabling a low-carbon future.
🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?
By joining Assystem, you’ll become part of one of the top 3 largest nuclear engineering companies worldwide. Here, you’ll contribute to some of the world’s most critical infrastructure projects while working in a team-driven environment that values innovation, expertise, and collaboration to drive forward the energy transition.
Job Description
🚀 The Job Mission
As a Field Engineer/Welding Inspector, you will oversee critical quality assurance tasks on the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project, ensuring construction activities align with contractual and safety requirements. Working closely with site teams, you’ll uphold Assystem’s commitment to nuclear safety and quality.
⚡️ Perform surveillance of contractor activities to ensure compliance with work standards.
⚡️ Identify and mitigate potential quality issues, supporting on-time project delivery.
⚡️ Submit and document non-conformance reports as needed.
⚡️ Review and monitor Quality Control Plans and Inspection Records.
⚡️ Collaborate with construction and quality teams to ensure design decisions follow formal processes.
⚡️ Evaluate contractor performance and adherence to standards.
⚡️ Contribute to health, safety, and environmental objectives across site operations.
⚡️ Ensure documentation and reporting align with regulatory and quality requirements.
My profile
🛠 Required Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
🛠 Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
🛠 Welding Inspector qualification (CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent).
🛠 Knowledge of NDT and Quality Management practices.
🛠 Experience in power plant construction, including pressure systems and structural steel.
🛠 Familiarity with British/European standards and design codes like RCC-M, ASME, and BS EN.
🛠 Proven QA/QC experience and ability to document findings concisely and accurately.
🛠 Strong organisational, delegation, and communication skills.
Desired Skills
✔️ Advanced welding and NDT qualifications (CSWIP 3.2, PCN, IWS, etc.).
✔️ Experience in large infrastructure projects, particularly nuclear.
✔️ Knowledge of safety-critical documentation like Inspection and Test Plans.
✔️ Proficiency in French (advantageous).
✔️ Familiarity with punchlist checks and civil/mechanical interfaces.
🌟 Why Apply?
Be part of shaping the future of energy while working on some of the most impactful nuclear projects in the world. At Assystem, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Join a team of industry-leading experts and take your engineering career to the next level. Apply today and help us drive the energy transition forward!
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.
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.
Are you a prospective or recent graduate?
Assystem offers you the opportunity to join our Switch to Grow UK Graduate Scheme, where you’ll gain hands on experience in engineering, digital services, and project management by working on some of the world’s most critical energy projects.
Be part of the challenge of the century; accelerating the switch to low carbon energy!
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