Project Engineer

Alternative Heat; Armagh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Heat, a leader in sustainable building services in the UK and Ireland, seeks a Project Engineer to enhance production efficiency and manage engineering projects. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with teams in a supportive environment, with comprehensive benefits including training, health plans, and social events.

Benefits

Full in-house training

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Health cash plan

Free annual health check

Annual leave increasing with service

Generously funded social events

Electric vehicle charging ports

Free Barista Style Coffee

Secure free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in a project engineering role.
• Knowledge of engineering project management principles.
• Familiarity with UK regulations and health and safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing and assembly projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope and objectives.
• Monitor project progress and prepare regular status reports.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Project Engineer

Application Deadline: 1 July 2025

Department: Contracts

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Alternative Heat Head Office

Reporting To: Senior Production Manager

Description

The opportunity has arisen to join an industry leader in UK's & Ireland's Building Services sector. Alternative Heat design, develop and deliver a wide range of offsite-prefabricated, innovative, and sustainable building service solutions throughout the UK & Europe.

We specialise in the design, supply, and installation of a wide range of prefabricated energy solutions, typically built in NI and shipped throughout the UK & Europe. We also offer turnkey design, build, and operate solutions for commercial energy centres and large-scale district heating solutions and have experience with successfully procuring and delivering many similar packages to a wide range of public bodies throughout UK & Europe.

Role Overview

As a Project Engineer specialising in Manufacturing and Assembly, you will lead and support engineering projects to improve production efficiency, ensure quality standards, and oversee assembly processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to manage timelines, budgets, and technical requirements, ensuring successful project delivery aligned with business goals.

Job Title | Project Engineer
Location | Banbridge
Hours | Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm and Friday 8am-3pm
Salary | Competitive Depending on Experience
Responsible to | Senior Production Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing and assembly projects from concept through to completion.
• Collaborate with design, quality, procurement, and production teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project schedules, resource plans, and budgets; monitor progress and update stakeholders regularly.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, costs, and improve product quality.
• Support the introduction of new products, technologies, and assembly techniques on the production floor.
• Conduct risk assessments and troubleshoot technical issues related to manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, quality standards (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma), and company policies.
• Prepare technical documentation, including project reports, work instructions, and process flows.
• Liaise with suppliers and vendors to manage procurement of components and equipment.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and Kaizen.
• Assist in the development of project scopes, objectives and technical specifications.
• Coorrdinate with cross-functional teams including design, procurement, construction and quality assurance
• Monitor project progress and prepare regular status reports.
• Identify potential project risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Support commissioning and handover activities.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline).
• 2-5 years of experience in a project engineering role (graduate or junior candidates may be considered for entry-level roles).
• Knowledge of engineering project management principles and tools.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) and project management tools (MS Project, Primavera, etc.).
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with relevant UK regulations and health and safety legislation

Desirable Criteria

• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it (CEng).
• Experience with NEC or JCT contract frameworks.
• Industry-specific experience (e.g., construction, oil & gas, renewable energy, manufacturing).
• Strong financial and commercial awareness.

Benefits

• Full in-house training and career development opportunities.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Health cash plan.
• Full access to smart wellbeing platform.
• Annual flu vaccine
• Free annual health check during working hours.
• Annual leave increasing in line with length of service.
• Lavish Long service awards
• Generously funded social events organised for all employees throughout the year via our Social and Wellbeing committee.
• Electric vehicle charging ports
• Full access to car emergency kit.
• Annual Christmas raffle
• Yearly allowance for AH Branded clothing merchandise
• Secure, free onsite parking.
• Dedicated departmental budget allocated annually for team building events during working hours
• Free Barista Style Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Tea, and Fruit provided daily.
• Friendly and supportive working environment in state-of-the-art facilities.