Project Engineer

Altera Recruitment Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Project Engineer to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing project tasks, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring engineering compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and strong organisational skills. This position offers a competitive salary between £30,000 and £40,000, along with flexible working hours and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Bonus

Flexible working hours

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Own project tasks and manage technical, cost, and schedule.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation.
• Support cost estimation and project-related reporting.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safety.
• Coordinate testing and provide technical documentation.

Skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer

Altera Recruitment is partnered with a long-established leader in engineering solutions with over 90 years of industry experience. They are now seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Project Engineer to join their collaborative and innovative workforce.

Working closely with the Lead Engineer and Project Managers, you'll play a key role in delivering engineering projects from concept through to completion. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to work alongside a highly experienced team.

Key Responsibilities

• Own project tasks and act as the main contact for technical, cost, and schedule management.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation that meets internal and customer standards.
• Support cost estimation, bid proposals, and project-related reporting.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with contractual, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate testing/trials and provide technical information for manuals, guides, and publications.

What We're Looking For

• A Degree, HNC, or HND or degree educated in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving skills with a proactive mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience working with aircraft systems or equipment (desirable but not essential).

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary between £30,000-£40,000, depending on experience.
• Company Bonus.
• Flexible working hours with a 4.5-day working week.
• Ongoing professional development and support to help you progress your career.
• The chance to work in a collaborative environment with exciting career growth potential.

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