Project Engineer

Kiota Recruitment; Chichester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Project Engineer for a role based in Chichester. This position involves designing and delivering electrical and instrumentation projects in the oil and gas sector. Candidates should have a strong background in electrical engineering and project management skills. The salary ranges between £45,000 and £55,000, with additional benefits including a competitive package. Interested applicants should apply or contact the recruitment team for more details.

Benefits

Competitive package including pension

Holiday allowance

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within oil and gas or related fluid management sectors.
• Strong electrical and instrumentation background.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend client sites to assess existing systems.
• Develop detailed project scopes and specifications.
• Oversee the technical delivery of projects.

Skills

Project Engineering experience in oil and gas

Electrical and instrumentation knowledge

Problem solving skills

Client management

Understanding of control systems

Education

HNC, HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Oil & Gas | Electrical & Instrumentation | Chichester

We are working with an engineering business that has built a strong reputation for designing, building, and integrating specialist fluid handling and fuel management systems used across the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. Operating from their headquarters in Chichester, they deliver end-to-end engineered solutions that help major operators handle hazardous fluids safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry standards. As the business continues to grow, they are looking to appoint a Project Engineer to strengthen their engineering delivery team.

About the job

This is a technically hands‑on position focused on the design, integration, and delivery of electrical and instrumentation projects across oil and gas and related environments. The Project Engineer will work on multiple projects ranging from £50K to £500K in value, supporting system upgrades, replacements, and new build skids. The role combines technical problem solving with client-facing responsibility, ensuring that every project is scoped accurately, delivered safely, and completed to specification. You will be joining an established engineering team where quality, safety, and precision are at the core of everything they do.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Attend client sites to assess existing systems, diagnose faults, and capture technical requirements
• Develop detailed project scopes, specifications, and proposals for upgrades or replacements
• Oversee the technical delivery of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and timelines
• Collaborate with in-house electrical design engineers to review and validate designs
• Coordinate with hydraulic consultants and third‑party design approval bodies
• Review HAZOP documentation and maintain oversight of technical compliance
• Support the commercial team by defining technical requirements for bespoke designs
• Provide technical advice to clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure all documentation, drawings, and quality records are accurate and up to date
• Report progress and key project information to senior stakeholders

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within oil and gas, petrochemical, or related fluid management sectors
• Strong electrical and instrumentation background with understanding of control systems and schematics
• Knowledge of hydraulic or fluid control systems, or willingness to learn
• Experience delivering technically complex projects from concept to completion
• Understanding of electrical design processes and compliance in hazardous or fuel‑based environments
• Familiar with CompEx or similar certification standards
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confident working independently and managing multiple concurrent projects
• HNC, HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline
• Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas to safe regions

Summary

• Position: Project Engineer
• Location: Portsmouth
• Industry: Oil & Gas / Fuel & Fluid Management
• Type: Permanent
• Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
• Benefits: Competitive package including pension, holiday allowance, and professional development support
• Start: Notice dependent

If you are an experienced Project Engineer with a strong electrical background who enjoys delivering technically challenging projects, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details