Mechanical Configuration Engineer

Assystem GmbH; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for a Mechanical Configuration Engineer to support configuration control across engineering systems. This role encompasses coordinating cross-functional teams and producing technical documentation while adhering to regulated environments. The ideal candidate holds a degree in engineering and is proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, with a strong attention to detail. This position offers a hybrid working opportunity and various benefits including a pension scheme and professional fee reimbursements.

Benefits

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

Income Protection & 3x Salary Death-in-Service Cover

Free Digital Gym Access

24/7 Employee Support Line

Qualifications

• Experience within one or more engineering disciplines.
• Background in configuration, design, or technical documentation processes.
• Experience in regulated or safety-critical environments.

Responsibilities

• Support configuration control across engineering systems.
• Produce configuration data and support decision making.
• Manage design evolution requests and track interfaces.

Skills

Attention to detail with technical data and drawings

Confident use of Microsoft Word and Excel

Effective communication with engineering and construction teams

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Our Vacancy# Mechanical Configuration Engineer* Nuclear* Permanent /* Bristol* United Kingdom* 03/02/26* On site* Share## Job Description **This is a hybrid role, with regular presence required in Bristol or London**You will support configuration control across complex engineering systems during design and construction. You will act as a key interface between engineering, construction, and project controls functions. You will help maintain accurate technical baselines that underpin safe and compliant delivery. Implement configuration management across design changes, interfaces, and open technical points Coordinate multidisciplinary stakeholders to resolve cross-functional technical issues Participate in project coordination and governance meetings as required Produce configuration data, KPIs, and analysis to support informed decision making Support configuration management standards across engineering and construction activities Process redlines and update technical design documents and drawings Coordinate technical document reviews with engineering teams Support audits and assurance checks within your area of responsibility Maintain Plant Configuration Registers for allocated systems Manage design evolution requests and track interfaces between work packagesNuclear 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 Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering Experience within one or more engineering disciplines Background in configuration, design, or technical documentation processes Strong attention to detail with technical data and drawings Confident use of Microsoft Word and Excel Able to communicate effectively with engineering and construction teams Experience in regulated or safety-critical environments Exposure to large industrial or infrastructure projects Be part of a once-in-a-generation engineering project that will transform the UK’s energy landscape. This is a unique opportunity to develop your career in a supportive team while contributing to one of Europe’s most ambitious energy programmes.**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 helpWe 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.