Area Engineering Coordinator

As an Area Engineering Coordinator at EDF UK, your main responsibilities include reviewing design packages to ensure readiness for construction, managing design changes to uphold nuclear safety standards, coordinating various interfaces, and resolving open points ahead of construction schedules. Your role will also involve collaboration with design, contractor, and construction teams to maintain technical quality and manage a small design team within a specific plant area.

To apply for the Area Engineering Coordinator position at Hinkley Point C, you should have a background in Engineering, such as Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Electrical, or in Project Management. Proven experience in a coordination role is essential, along with strong stakeholder management skills. Familiarity with BIM software, such as Navisworks, Tekla, or Revit, is also beneficial.

EDF UK is committed to creating a dynamic and inclusive environment for all employees, and this extends to the role of Area Engineering Coordinator. The company champions equity, diversity, and inclusion, aiming for a workforce that reflects a broad mix of backgrounds, including gender balance, ethnic minorities, and individuals from the LGBTQ+ community. We strive to ensure that every employee feels valued and celebrated.

As an Area Engineering Coordinator at EDF UK, you will have numerous opportunities for career development. The company supports individualized career paths, encouraging personal growth and unique journeys in your engineering career. You’ll also benefit from ongoing training and process improvement initiatives, along with exposure to cutting-edge technology in the nuclear energy sector.

The work culture at EDF UK's Hinkley Point C is focused on collaboration, connection, and flexibility. With a strong emphasis on safety and well-being, the environment is designed to support employees, no matter where they're working from—be it on-site, remote, or in office spaces. You will be part of an action-oriented journey committed to achieving Net Zero while ensuring everyone feels comfortable and valued.

When answering this question, focus on your relevant experiences, emphasizing specific situations where you successfully managed design changes. Discuss the processes you followed to ensure compliance with safety standards and the techniques you used for effective communication with various stakeholders involved.

For this question, provide a structured approach to prioritization, such as using project management tools or methodologies. Share examples of how you assessed project requirements and deadlines to deliver high-quality results in a timely manner, demonstrating your ability to adapt to changing circumstances.

In your response, explain your methods for creating an inclusive atmosphere where all team members feel empowered to contribute. Discuss techniques you’ve implemented, like regular check-ins, team-building activities, or open communication channels that encourage sharing ideas and feedback.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to structure your answer. Highlight a specific technical challenge, the steps you took to address it, and the positive outcome that resulted from your intervention, showcasing your analytical and problem-solving skills related to engineering.

Discuss your knowledge and familiarity with CDM regulations and other relevant standards in your field. Provide examples of how you’ve applied these regulations in past projects, ensuring safe and efficient delivery while maintaining compliance.

Describe your proficiency with technology, particularly BIM software and other engineering tools. Share instances where technology enhanced your coordination efforts, improved project outcomes, or streamlined communication among stakeholders.

When addressing this question, highlight your ability to negotiate and find compromise solutions. Talk about specific examples where you successfully balanced competing priorities while maintaining the integrity of performance and safety standards in your projects.

Provide insights into your leadership style and the techniques you used to motivate and guide your team. Focus on the objectives you set, how you facilitated collaboration, and the results achieved under your leadership.

Detail the specific quality assurance processes you typically implement in your projects. Discuss the metrics used, reviews conducted, and how you ensure adherence to engineering standards throughout the project lifecycle.

Reflect on what aspects of the Hinkley Point C project excite you. It may be the opportunity to work on cutting-edge nuclear technology, the commitment to sustainability, or the inclusive culture at EDF UK. Be sure to express genuine enthusiasm for your potential role in achieving Net Zero goals.