Our Vacancy
Piping Configuration Engineer (MEH)
- Nuclear
- Permanent /
- Bridgwater
- United Kingdom
- 04/09/25
- On site
⚡️💡 About Assystem
At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. With 7,500 Switchers across the globe, we combine decades of engineering expertise with cutting-edge digital technologies to power a sustainable future. As one of the top three nuclear engineering companies in the world, we play a crucial role in delivering major energy infrastructure projects, including Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C and SMR’s.
🤝 Why Join the Community of Switchers?
By joining Assystem, you’ll become part of one of the three largest nuclear engineering companies in the world. We are at the forefront of the UK’s most exciting nuclear construction projects, offering career-defining opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Our team thrives on collaboration, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to shaping the future of energy.
Job Description
🚀 The Job Mission
This role is based in Bridgwater with a hybrid working arrangement. To be considered, you will need to live within a commutable distance, though relocation support is available for those moving closer to site.
As a Junior Piping Configuration Engineer, you will help maintain the accuracy and integrity of piping design data from conception through to erection. Your future team will rely on you to ensure seamless configuration management, stakeholder alignment, and clear documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
- Liaise with the Configuration Manager to ensure project-wide standards are met
- Support Engineering Readiness and Maturity Reviews across design stages
- Administer the configuration tool for managing metadata and design records
- Track design package maturity and assist with structured handovers
- Ensure design changes and open points are properly monitored and closed
- Collaborate with Engineering Managers, Contractors, and other stakeholders to resolve issues
My profile
🛠 Essential Skills and Qualification
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience in piping configuration, design, or modelling
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
✔️ Desired Skills and Qualifications
- Familiarity with configuration tools in large infrastructure projects
- Awareness of nuclear or other highly regulated industries
- Understanding of engineering change management processes
- Experience with PDMS/Aveva E3D software
🌟 Why Apply?
This is your chance to specialise in one of the most quality-critical aspects of piping delivery on a landmark nuclear programme. If you have a passion for ensuring high technical standards across welded systems and NDT operations, this role will challenge and develop your skills.
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
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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