Assistant Project Engineer

Siltbuster Ltd; Monmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company bonus scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Siltbuster Ltd, the UK’s leading wastewater treatment specialist, invites an Assistant Project Engineer to support planning, delivery, and commissioning of turnkey solutions for diverse sites across the UK. You will collaborate with Project Managers and Engineers on design, drawings, and field installations.

The role requires practical engineering understanding, familiarity with CAD/SolidWorks, and the ability to work outdoors across varying sites.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent required.
• Experience or interest in relevant industry desirable.
• Mechanical and/or Electrical engineering principles for design and operating.
• Understanding of ISO 14001 and 9001:2015 and Health & Safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers with planning, delivery, installation and commissioning of wastewater treatment solutions.
• Develop design drawings and fabrication drawings from concepts to construction.
• Produce CAD layouts and P&ID information for multiple projects.
• Prepare design information including P&IDs, layout plants and plant specifications.
• Support CAD data management systems and ensure quality records.

Skills

Problem solving

Team coordination

Reading technical drawings

Communication of technical info

Organisational skills

Education

HNC or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

P&ID interpretation

Job description

Siltbuster Ltd is the UK’s leading responsive wastewater treatment company, serving an extensive range of clients across the UK and overseas. “ Water Quality Matters ”; and the business ensures that environmental protection is provided by delivering effective package plant solutions to a breadth of sectors.

The business has grown significantly over the last few years; reaching a wider client base and enhancing the levels of service that we provide. Therefore, we are seeking to continue to build our team; investing in skills, knowledge & experience to not only enhance the services we can provide, but support career paths helping develop and engage our staff for the sustained growth of the business.

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Project Engineer to join our team in Siltbuster. This role assists the Project Manager and Project Engineers with the day to day planning, coordination, delivery, installation and commissioning of rental and bespoke turnkey wastewater treatment solutions.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist Project engineers with the planning, preparation, delivery, installation and commissioning of products and equipment at company headquarters and on client sites in the UK
• Assist for the development of design and drawings associated with products and fabrication from outline concept through to construction / assembly.
• Responsible for working on multiple / a variety of projects liaising with a team of engineers and be expected to produce CAD (SolidWorks) layouts from design sketches and P&ID (piping and instrumentation diagram) information
• Assist in the preparation of design information including P&IDs, layout plants, profiles outline control philosophies and plant specifications
• Support the development of the CAD PDM (Product Data Management) / PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems for storing, sharing, and managing CAD data.
• Adhere to quality plans for the production and issuing of drawings.
• Maintain organised records of design files and project documentation.
• Obtain quotations for products and services from third parties, in liaison with the Purchasing team when required or appropriate
• Assist in the preparation of Site Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Assist in updating and maintaining the O&M manual

Qualifications Required

• Educated to HNC standard or equivalent qualifications
• Proven history in relevant industry experience / interest is desirable with practical outlook
• Mechanical engineering and/or Electrical engineering principals for design, assembly and operating
• Basic understanding of ISO 14001 and 9001:2015 standards and appropriate Health, Safety environmental legislation
• Read and accurately interpret technical instructions, information, and drawings
• Well organised and able to prioritise work to provide effective and efficient support to the project team
• Use of hand tools typically used in a workshop and on-site environment
• Able to problem solve both simple/more complex issues and identify and resolve defects
• Knowledge of the industrial/wastewater industry is desirable
• Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information relative to audience.
• Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weathers and operational environments

What we can offer you

• We understand balancing work and life commitments isn’t always easy, that’s why we’ve designed our benefits package to support you in all areas of life.
• Competitive salary
• Eligible for company bonus scheme (annual and quarterly payments)
• 25 days holiday (plus length of service increases) + 8 Bank Holidays
• Holiday buying (up to an additional week)
• Private Medical Insurance (PMI) for yourself
• Medical cash plan for yourself – reimburse health costs e.g. dentist or optician, access to 24hour online GP services, discounted gym memberships
• Pension scheme with contribution based on total earnings not just salary
• Life assurance protection at 3 x salary
• Employee discount scheme (discounts/vouchers for supermarkets, high street shops, holidays and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee referral scheme (up to £1,000 per referral)
• Support for development and training

EDI Statement

Workdry International Ltd is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

We value transparency, respecting others and understanding differences.

We give full and fair consideration to all applicants, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.

As part of your recruitment journey, we are happy to support requests for reasonable adjustments.