Construction Piping Engineer – NDT Specialist

⚡️💡 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.

🚀 The Job Mission

This position plays a key role in supporting Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) operations and piping engineering delivery at Hinkley Point C. The role bridges the interface between the NDT contractor and the piping installation scope. Your future team works at the forefront of site execution, quality control, and programme assurance.

• Deliver piping engineering support to the management of NDT scope on-site
• Assist the roll-out and integration of PAUT as a radiography replacement
• Coordinate engineering topics between piping and NDT contracts
• Track documentation and surveillance plans for contractor performance
• Respond to technical queries and Early Warnings from site activities
• Advise on NDT compliance in relation to welded piping systems
• Support piping installation reviews in line with NDT requirements
• Provide input into on-site decisions to resolve delivery blockers efficiently

🛠 Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of NDT techniques, including Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Dye Penetrant Inspection (DPI), and Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI)
• Background in piping engineering across installation or construction phases
• Able to interpret technical drawings, weld maps, and inspection standards
• Experience managing contractor deliverables and surveillance documentation
• Comfortable resolving engineering issues independently, within safety boundaries
• Knowledge of QA/QC expectations for nuclear or complex infrastructure
• Familiarity with construction workflows, handover packs, and punch listing

✔️ Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or related Engineering discipline
• Experience or certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT or PAUT)
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and site safety protocols
• Working knowledge of contract engineering or commercial processes
• Understanding of PWR systems or large-bore welded pipework

🌟 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.