Project Engineer

United Infrastructure Group; Washington; In loco; GBP 42.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Car Allowance

Medicash plan

Life insurance

Benefits portal

Company pension

26 days holiday

Descrizione del lavoro

AFECO is seeking a Project Engineer to deliver water-sector infrastructure from design through commissioning. You will collaborate with project managers, designers, contractors and client representatives to ensure technical quality, regulatory compliance, and efficient execution across clean water, wastewater and treatment works.

The role requires water-industry experience, strong drawing interpretation, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams while prioritising safety and quality.

Competenze

• Experience in water sector projects.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of project delivery frameworks and RAMS.

Mansioni

• Support end-to-end project lifecycle from feasibility to commissioning.
• Translate requirements into technical specifications and solutions.
• Develop project plans, schedules and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers for timely delivery.
• Review drawings, P&IDs and technical documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct site surveys and risk assessments; support RAMS and risk registers.
• Ensure compliance with water-industry standards and CDM regulations.
• Liaise with clients, authorities and multidisciplinary teams.

Conoscenze

Water industry experience

Reading drawings

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Stakeholder communication

Formazione

Relevant degree or equivalent

Strumenti

MS Project

CAD / AutoCAD

BIM

SCADA interfaces

P&ID review

Descrizione del lavoro

Job title | Project Engineer

Location | Washington, Tyne and Wear

About us

AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects predominantly across the UK for the water industry. We have excellent inhouse engineering teams capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on process led innovative and robust yet appropriate solutions.

We have a portfolio of varied projects covering both wastewater and clean water projects for planned and reactive projects.

Due to the expansion of our team, we are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to work within our multi-disciplinary teams. This is a great opportunity for enthusiastic individuals who fit in with our company values and are keen to develop in a forward-thinking organisation.

Role overview

The Project Engineer will play a key role in delivering water-sector infrastructure projects from design through to commissioning. Working closely with project managers, designers, contractors, and client representatives, the Project Engineer ensures technical quality, regulatory compliance, and efficient execution across clean water, wastewater, and treatment-related works.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

• Support end-to-end project lifecycle, including feasibility, detailed design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Translate project requirements into technical specifications and engineering solutions.
• Assist in the development of project plans, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.

Technical Engineering

• Review engineering drawings, P&IDS, and technical documents for accuracy and compliance.
• Provide engineering input on process, mechanical, electrical, or civil elements (depending on project scope).
• Conduct site surveys, assessments, and technical investigations.
• Support development of risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and design risk registers.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Ensure all project activities comply with water industry standards, regulatory requirements (e.g., DWI, EA), and health & safety legislation (e.g., CDM).
• Conduct quality checks, inspections, and documentation reviews.
• Support environmental and sustainability objectives associated with water projects.

Stakeholder Management

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, statutory authorities, and subcontractors.
• Support progress meetings, prepare status reports, and Escalate risks and issues.
• Communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Commissioning & Handover

• Support commissioning activities, FAT/SAT processes, and performance testing.
• Ensure full documentation is delivered, including O&M manuals, as-built drawings, asset data, and training materials.
• Assist in project close-out and lessons-learned reviews.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in the water sector (clean water, wastewater, pumping stations, networks, or treatment works).
• Strong understanding of water-industry standards, regulations, and common project delivery frameworks.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work across multiple projects and manage time effectively.
• Competent in MS Office; familiarity with project management tools (MS Project) advantageous.

Desirable Qualifications & Knowledge

• OTEX thinking, and water-industry asset standards.
• Understanding of process engineering related to water and wastewater treatment.
• CSCS, EUSR, SMSTS/SSSTS, or relevant safety certifications.
• Experience with digital tools (BIM, SCADA interfaces, CAD, modelling software).

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-driven.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

Based at treatment works, pumping stations, or regional sites. Includes site visits, climbing ladders, confined space areas (with training). Participation in standby/rota call-out system may be required. Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Salary and benefits

• Car Allowance
• Medicash plan
• Life insurance
• Benefits portal
• Company pension
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

At AFECO, we value our employee’s and encourage and support them to development themselves and their career through training and progression. We offer the opportunity to work on a range of project types and size in the water sector including our own internally developed products and solutions. We are a privately owned business with a friendly and open culture and are dedicated to creating and maintaining and workforce that is highly skilled and motivated. As a Company we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age