Project Engineer

Altrad UK, Ireland & Nordics; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Engineer in Asset Management, where your expertise will drive innovative solutions across the energy sector. In this role, you'll manage engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered safely and on time while collaborating with diverse teams. Your contributions will enhance the lifecycle of projects in Nuclear, Process, Power Generation, and Oil & Gas sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and excellence, helping to shape the future of energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Practical experience in nuclear or manufacturing projects is preferred.
• Strong technical writing skills for reports and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects, ensuring compliance with safety and budget.
• Prepare and manage project schedules and resource plans.
• Serve as the main client contact from project kick-off to close-out.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Support

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Design Coordination

Education

Relevant Engineering Degree

MEng (or working towards)

Formal Project Management Qualification

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Engineer – Asset Management - Integrity

Location – Renfrew

Permanent Full Time

Altrad Babcock is a partner to the leading lights of the energy sector, bringing our innovation and expertise to the industry’s greatest challenges. We deliver projects that enrich lives around the world. That’s why we’re investing heavily in innovation, ensuring we have the latest tools, technology, and techniques at our disposal. The most valuable investment is in talent—by joining our team in this role, you will help us maintain our reputation as industry experts.

The Project Engineering team within our Asset Management division provides support services across the Nuclear, Process, Power Generation, and Oil & Gas sectors throughout their asset lifecycle. We have an opportunity for a Project Engineer to join us in Renfrew, working as part of a team providing expertise across the group and the wider Asset Management business.

Main duties:

• Managing or providing technical support for engineering projects
• Participating in tenders; defining scopes of work, identifying client needs, and preparing technical proposals and cost estimates
• Developing supply chain contacts for complex projects
• Preparing and managing MS Project schedules, resource plans, and project reports
• Providing technical support to Asset Management Contracts
• Writing reports, specifications, and technical documents
• Serving as the client’s point of contact from project kick-off to close-out
• Preparing work packs and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
• Preparing Inspection and Test plans and ensuring quality assurance requirements are met
• Facilitating communication between engineering disciplines and stakeholders
• Managing project changes effectively
• Implementing risk management processes
• Developing strong stakeholder management and client interfacing skills
• Building relationships with internal and external customers and organizations

Site-based work may be required. As a Project Engineer, you will oversee engineering, procurement, manufacturing, fabrication, and commissioning activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, schedule, and budget parameters. You will work across various engineering disciplines, fostering collaboration within Asset Management and the broader Altrad Babcock organization.

Your projects will involve:

• Design Coordination – Managing design inputs from in-house and external contractors, proactively resolving design issues, and overseeing development
• Procurement Assistance – Supporting procurement through technical specifications, tender reviews, purchase requisitions, and inspection processes
• Fabrication Monitoring – Coordinating with fabricators, inspecting equipment deliveries, managing fabrication processes, and overseeing inspection plans
• Project Management – Leading project teams, monitoring budgets, maintaining communication, and managing client changes

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant Engineering degree or MEng (or be working towards one), with practical experience in relevant industries, preferably including nuclear or manufacturing projects. A formal project management qualification is preferred but not essential.

If you meet these qualifications and are eager for an exciting new challenge, please apply online. A detailed job description can be provided upon request.