Project Engineer

Pin Point Recruitment; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a degree-qualified Project Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical) in Hartlepool. This role involves supporting and delivering capital engineering projects of significant value, enhancing performance and sustainability. Candidates should have a solid background in both mechanical and electrical systems, and strong project management skills. The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, along with a defined pathway for professional development.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Professional development pathway

Support toward Chartered Engineer status

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Experience delivering projects in industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design, and delivery of CAPEX projects.
• Develop detailed project documentation including scope and budgets.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and contractors to meet objectives.
• Oversee installation and testing activities for compliance.
• Support reliability and maintenance initiatives across systems.

Skills

Project management

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical)

Location: Hartlepool (TS25)

Salary: Up to £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

We are seeking a degree-qualified Project Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical) to support and deliver capital engineering projects (£100k-£5m) that enhance site performance, safety, and sustainability. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to major CAPEX initiatives, drive technical innovation, and make a lasting impact on a world-class industrial operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, design, and delivery of mechanical and electrical CAPEX projects from concept through to commissioning.
• Develop detailed project documentation including scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, contractors, and internal teams to ensure project objectives are met.
• Review and contribute to mechanical and electrical designs, specifications, and technical reports.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with standards and safety requirements.
• Support asset improvement, reliability, and maintenance initiatives across both mechanical and electrical systems.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or a related discipline).
• Experience delivering projects within industrial, heavy engineering, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of Construction (Design and Management) Regulations (CDM) and health & safety compliance.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 plus an excellent benefits package.
• A defined professional development pathway, including support toward Chartered Engineer status.
• The opportunity to play a key role in high-value, cross-disciplinary engineering projects.