Project Engineer

PwE Recruitment Group Limited; Leiston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

PwE Recruitment Group Limited is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Electrical) to lead and deliver electrical engineering projects within a major nuclear programme. You will drive safety, quality and cost performance while coordinating cross-functional teams and engaging with client stakeholders.

In a highly regulated setting, you will shape project execution strategies, monitor progress and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Degree required in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience delivering projects in electrical, controls & instrumentation, or high voltage engineering.
• Experience in highly regulated environments and complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering project activities to safety, quality, cost and schedule targets.
• Support development and implementation of project execution strategies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams for effective project delivery.
• Build and maintain relationships with client teams and stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance and support delivery objectives.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards, policies and procedures.
• Facilitate communication across technical and non-technical teams.
• Contribute to project planning, risk management and decision-making.
• Support supplier engagement throughout project delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture in all activities.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Regulated environments experience

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Take your project engineering career to the next level by delivering high-impact projects within one of the UK's most critical and future-focused industries.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer (Electrical) to join a major nuclear programme, supporting the safe and successful delivery of essential infrastructure projects. Working within a highly regulated environment, you'll collaborate with experienced professionals, develop your technical and leadership capabilities, and gain exposure to complex, large-scale projects that offer genuine long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of assigned electrical engineering project activities to agreed safety, quality, cost and schedule targets.
• Support the development and implementation of project execution strategies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with client teams and key stakeholders.
• Monitor project performance and support the achievement of delivery objectives.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear industry standards, policies and procedures.
• Facilitate effective communication across technical and non-technical teams.
• Contribute to project planning, risk management and decision-making activities.
• Support supplier engagement and coordination throughout project delivery.
• Promote a strong safety culture within all project activities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience within Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation, or High Voltage engineering.
• Experience delivering projects within complex, highly regulated environments.
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from design through to commissioning.
• SMSTS qualification or equivalent.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Experience with planning, estimating, cost control and commercial management.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience within nuclear, power generation or other safety-critical industries is advantageous.

What's in it for you?

The Nuclear Energy sector offers a unique opportunity to work on projects that make a lasting impact on the UK's energy future. With significant investment across the industry, professionals benefit from long-term career stability, access to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to contribute to sustainable, low-carbon energy generation. This is an environment where technical expertise is highly valued, professional development is encouraged, and ambitious individuals can build rewarding, long-term careers.

• Excellent opportunities for career progression and advancement.
• Competitive salary and strong benefits package.
• Exposure to large-scale, nationally significant projects.
• Ongoing training and professional development support.
• Opportunities to work alongside experienced industry experts.
• Access to innovative technologies and engineering solutions.
• Long-term job security within a growing sector.
• Support towards professional accreditation and career goals.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the UK's energy future.

Company Overview

Our Client is a globally recognised engineering and technology organisation delivering complex solutions across critical infrastructure, energy, science and sustainability programmes. Renowned for technical excellence, innovation and a collaborative culture, they provide their people with the opportunity to work on challenging projects that create real-world impact. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth, continuous learning and long-term career development.