Commissioning Engineer

Abmi Groupe; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ABMI UK seeks a skilled Commissioning Engineer to drive the execution of nuclear projects in Bristol. This role involves preparing commissioning procedures, supervising system tests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will facilitate significant technological advancements in nuclear systems and contribute to your career growth.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Pension plan

28 days paid leave

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning systems in nuclear or regulated environments is required.
• Strong understanding of system startup and testing procedures.
• Familiarity with nuclear codes and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare commissioning procedures and test plans.
• Supervise and execute functional tests of systems.
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Technical coordination

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

ABMI Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom

Commissioning Engineer

ABMI Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom

Commissioning Engineer | Nuclear Projects | Bristol, UK

About Us

ABMI UK is the UK branch of a leading French engineering consultancy with over 35 years of experience in highly regulated sectors including nuclear, aerospace, and transportation. In the UK, we’re leveraging our deep nuclear expertise to support major projects within Nuclear, Aerospace and Defence. Our Bristol-based team is growing, and we’re looking for skilled engineers who want to make a real impact technically and professionally.

What You’ll Do

As a Commissioning Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of project execution, ensuring that nuclear systems and equipment are safely and effectively brought into operation. From planning and preparation through to on-site execution and performance validation, your work will be critical in demonstrating compliance, functionality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare commissioning procedures, test plans, and schedules
• Review and validate commissioning documentation and system readiness
• Supervise and execute functional and performance tests of mechanical, electrical, and I&C systems
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, safety, and quality teams to ensure smooth handovers and clear technical interfaces
• Identify, investigate, and resolve non-conformities and technical issues during commissioning
• Ensure that commissioning activities meet regulatory, safety, and quality requirements
• Support documentation of test results, traceability, and final acceptance reporting

Who You Are

• Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical, Construction, Nuclear, or similar)
• Experience in commissioning systems in nuclear, power generation, or similarly regulated environments
• Strong understanding of system startup, testing, and verification procedures
• Familiarity with nuclear codes, quality systems, and safety culture expectations
• Excellent organisational, communication, and technical coordination skills
• Comfortable working on-site and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong communication, coordination, and problem-solving abilities

Why ABMI UK

We offer the agility of a close-knit team backed by the strength of a European group. Here, your work has meaning, your expertise is valued, and your career has room to grow.

• Access to impactful projects with real technical depth
• A collaborative, engineer-led culture
• Structured career progression with technical or leadership pathways
• Personalised development, mentoring, and ongoing support

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Private health insurance
• Pension plan
• 28 days paid leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Regular team events and professional meetups

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Consulting

• Industries

  Engineering Services, Electric Power Generation, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution

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