Principal Commissioning Engineer

Nuclearinst • plymouth, england • Posted June 30, 2026

About the Role

Principal Commissioning Engineer – Constructive

Location: Plymouth, Devon

Compensation: £57,300 + Benefits

Role type: Full time / Permanent

Role ID: SF71788

Role

As a Principal Commissioning Engineer – Constructive, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the safe testing, setting‑to‑work and commissioning of nuclear submarine systems. You’ll lead constructive and mechanical commissioning activities across multiple submarine projects, helping to return these vital national defence assets safely back into service.

Day‑to‑day, you’ll be responsible for ensuring systems are operated, controlled and commissioned in alignment with Nuclear Site Licence requirements, Ministry of Defence Authorisation Conditions and all relevant safety legislation.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the safe operation and control of mechanical plant and processes, ensuring full compliance with nuclear safety regulations and MOD Authorisation Co...