Job Description

About the Role

Aztec West, Bristol, Hybrid, Minimum of 3 days a week in office, with regular travel to other sites.



Are you ready to shape the future of nuclear energy in the UK? If you're an mechanical engineer with experience in inspection and quality control. This is your chance to make a real impact.



Join EDF UK and be part of a pioneering team driving innovation and excellence in new nuclear build projects.

The Opportunity

EDF EPR Engineering UK (EPR-E) is tasked with delivering the design for several nuclear island (NI) buildings, systems, and equipment contracts for the Hinkley Point C EPR Project. This involves working through an integrated team, supporting HPC construction and commissioning efforts, and preparing design replication feasibility and engineering activities for the Sizewell C Project. As a result, a Technical Directorate is being established to oversee the engineering disciplines and technical expertise needed to successfully deliver these projects through EPR-E's integrated teams.


We are looking to recruit for the role of Manufacturing Inspector.

Pay, Benefits & Culture

With a competitive salary, depending on experience for this role. You'll be appointed based on the parameters outlined in the Company Agreement as well as your existing salary, competence, experience and qualifications. We're talking about everything from enhanced parental leave to electric vehicle leasing, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, gym membership to season ticket loans.


At EDF UK, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated.


Here, we do right by each other and everyone's welcome. We're on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We'd like our future workforce to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+, those with a disability and supporting social mobility.


We're a disability confident employer and we'll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.


We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. We believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That's why we support you to pursue a career that's unique to you. Because success is personal.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll be the driving force behind quality assurance in our workshops, ensuring that every component, material, and assembly meets the rigorous standards required for nuclear applications. Your keen eye and technical expertise will ensure nothing leaves the workshop without meeting our high expectations.


Your role will involve conducting independent inspections across UK vendor premises, performing non-destructive testing, and reviewing manufacturing documentation. You'll be responsible for timely reporting and managing any deviations or non-conformances through to resolution. Playig a vital role in promoting safety culture and assessing supply chain performance.


Regular travel and overnight stays are part of the job, giving you the chance to engage with diverse teams and environments.

Who You Are

You bring extensive technical skills in mechanical engineering, particularly in materials and welding, backed by strong experience in manufacturing surveillance and inspection. Your understanding of regulations, codes, and standards in the nuclear industry is solid, and you're fluent in reviewing material certifications.


You're comfortable with ISO 9001 and adept at using IT tools and software. Your communication skills shine when working with multidisciplinary teams, and you're able to provide clear technical explanations. You thrive in complex, fast-paced environments and stay focused under pressure, always committed to quality and deadlines.


You hold a master's degree in mechanical, material, or welding engineering (or equivalent).



If you are passionate about quality and technical topics and want to play a vital role in the UK's


nuclear journey, we want to hear from you. Apply now and help us build net zero!.

Closing date for applications is 11th September 2025

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Success is personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and we'll help Britain achieve Net Zero together.