Project Engineer

Matchtech; Pembroke Dock; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group seeks a Project Engineer for a specialist marine engineering and boatbuilding business delivering new vessel build projects for commercial, government and specialist customers in Pembroke Dock. The role links design, production and project delivery, ensuring vessel systems are practical, buildable and integrated throughout the build process.

Candidates should be hands-on, supporting installation, testing and commissioning while resolving technical challenges with cross-functional

Qualifications

• Experience in marine engineering, boatbuilding, shipbuilding or vessel systems environments.
• Engineering qualifications are desirable; apprenticeships or equivalent practical experience are encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support across vessel build projects.
• Act as the engineering interface between Design, Production and Project Management teams.
• Review customer specifications, drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Identify design gaps, technical risks and potential production issues before they impact delivery.
• Support the integration, installation, testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, exhaust after-treatment and auxiliary vessel systems.
• Ensure vessel systems are compatible, fully integrated and ready for installation and commissioning.
• Provide hands‑on engineering support during vessel construction and installation activities.
• Work closely with production teams on the shop floor to resolve technical issues and support efficient project delivery.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and subcontractors regarding technical requirements and engineering solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice across vessel build projects.

Skills

Project Engineer

Marine Engineer

Vessel Systems Engineer

Production Engineer

Installation Engineer

Outfit Engineer

Marine Electrical Engineer

Engineering Supervisor

Technical Team Leader

Naval Architect

Education

Engineering degree

Apprenticeship route

Job description

We are seeking a Project Engineer to join a specialist marine engineering and boatbuilding business delivering new vessel build projects for commercial, government and specialist customers.

Working within the New Build team, the Project Engineer acts as the technical link between design, production and project delivery, ensuring vessel systems are practical, buildable and successfully integrated throughout the build process.

This is a hands‑on engineering role and would suit someone who enjoys being actively involved in vessel construction rather than working purely from drawings or project plans. Working closely with the Technical Manager, production teams and wider project stakeholders, you will support the installation, integration, testing and commissioning of vessel systems while resolving technical challenges as they arise.

Permanent & Contract Opportunities

The client is ideally seeking a permanent hire and offers a salary of 35,000- 55,000, depending on experience and level (Open to Juniors and Seniors)

However, experienced contractors with relevant marine, vessel build or systems integration experience are also encouraged to apply. Contract terms and rates will be discussed based on individual experience and availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical engineering support across vessel build projects.
• Act as the engineering interface between Design, Production and Project Management teams.
• Review customer specifications, drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Identify design gaps, technical risks and potential production issues before they impact delivery.
• Support the integration, installation, testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, exhaust after-treatment and auxiliary vessel systems.
• Ensure vessel systems are compatible, fully integrated and ready for installation and commissioning.
• Provide hands‑on engineering support during vessel construction and installation activities.
• Work closely with production teams on the shop floor to resolve technical issues and support efficient project delivery.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and subcontractors regarding technical requirements and engineering solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and engineering best practice across vessel build projects.

Experience & Skills

We are interested in candidates with experience gained within marine engineering, boatbuilding, shipbuilding, vessel construction or vessel systems environments.

Suitable backgrounds may include:

• Project Engineer
• Marine Engineer
• Vessel Systems Engineer
• Production Engineer
• Installation Engineer
• Outfit Engineer
• Marine Electrical Engineer
• Engineering Supervisor
• Technical Team Leader
• Naval Architect with practical build, installation or production experience

Experience working on commercial vessels, workboats, patrol craft, support vessels or similar marine platforms would be highly advantageous.

Engineering qualifications are desirable; however, candidates who have progressed through apprenticeships, vocational routes or equivalent practical experience are encouraged to apply.