Project Engineer

Project Engineer (Permanent)
Our Client is a leading organisation within the energy and process industries, specialising in the development and delivery of innovative hydrogen energy systems. Renowned for fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, they are committed to supporting their employees’ growth, valuing innovation, and maintaining a strong reputation for delivering cutting-edge projects across the sector.

As part of their strategic expansion, Our Client is seeking a highly capable and motivated Project Engineer to join their dedicated team. This pivotal role will contribute to the successful delivery of advanced energy projects, helping shape the future of sustainable energy solutions. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, possess a broad technical skillset, and are passionate about making a real impact in the energy sector, this could be an excellent career move for you.

Role Overview

The Project Engineer will play a central role in supporting and managing engineering activities for complex hydrogen energy projects. This position is vital to ensuring that multidisciplinary design, development, and commissioning phases are executed seamlessly, aligning technical objectives with project goals. It offers a unique chance to influence pioneering energy solutions and work alongside industry experts committed to innovation and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical coordination between process, mechanical, electrical, and control systems throughout project lifecycles.
• Act as primary technical liaison with both internal teams and external stakeholders, maintaining clear communication channels.
• Oversee the development and approval of engineering deliverables, ensuring adherence to project schedules and specifications.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers to track progress, identify potential risks, and troubleshoot technical issues proactively.
• Ensure integrated system design across disciplines by resolving interface challenges and maintaining design consistency.
• Support the development of hydrogen energy technologies, including compression, storage, dispensing, and associated plant equipment.
• Participate in safety reviews, including HAZOP and LOPA, to embed risk mitigation within system designs.
• Maintain compliance with relevant standards and regulations such as ATEX, DSEAR, PED, and CDM.
• Contribute to the preparation of critical engineering documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, control philosophies, and operation manuals.
• Support procurement, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning activities with technical expertise.
• Manage engineering change processes to ensure project integrity and documentation accuracy.
• Build and sustain effective communication with internal teams, contractors, and external partners throughout project execution.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience within process, oil & gas, hydrogen, or similar industrial sectors.
• Demonstrable track record in delivering multidisciplinary engineering packages for complex projects.
• Strong understanding of process systems, pressure equipment, and instrumentation used in industrial environments.
• Experience in coordinating engineering outputs across various disciplines.
• Working knowledge of safety and compliance standards such as ATEX, DSEAR, PED, and IEC 61511.
• Hands-on experience in safety assessments like HAZOP or LOPA.
• Ability to review and ensure the consistency of key engineering documents, including P&IDs, control philosophies, and equipment specifications.
• Full project lifecycle support, from design through to commissioning.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Background in hydrogen energy systems or other gas processing industries.
• Chartered Engineer status or relevant professional accreditation.
• Familiarity with EPC or EPCM project delivery methods.
• Experience with design review, Management of Change (MoC), and E Change Order (ECO) processes.

Traits & Personal Attributes:

• Strong systems thinking with an aptitude for managing complex engineering interfaces.
• Excellent organisational and coordination skills.
• Effective communicator, capable of engaging with engineers, project teams, suppliers, and clients.
• Practical mindset with keen problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail combined with a strong safety focus.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and handle multiple deliverables efficiently.
• Self-driven, proactive, and adaptable to varying project demands.

Educational Background

A degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering is preferred. However, significant industry experience demonstrating relevant expertise will also be highly regarded.