Project Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion

Alecto Recruitment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Project Engineer for the biogas sector in Peterborough. The successful candidate will lead technical feasibility studies and support project phases, including construction and procurement. Required qualifications include a degree in Chemical Engineering and over 5 years of experience in engineering roles. The position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 - £55,000 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in process or project engineering roles.
• Strong knowledge across the full project lifecycle (EPC & commissioning).
• Solid understanding of process, mechanical, and control systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical interface for FEED engineering and design subcontractors.
• Develop, own, and continuously improve design specifications and standards.
• Support programme development, scheduling, and supplier coordination.

Skills

Process engineering

Project engineering

Leadership

Safety commitment

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

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Project Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion

£45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits

Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Alecto Recruitment is partnering with a market-leading Owner-Operator of a portfolio of Biogas facilities and requires a Project Engineer to carry out technical feasibility studies and provide support across project phases, including construction and procurement on their ongoing projects.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical interface for FEED engineering and design subcontractors (Architectural, Civil, Process, Mechanical, Electrical).
• Develop, own, and continuously improve design specifications and standards.
• Support development and operations teams with site layouts, grid connections, and technical integration of new assets.
• Lead technical improvements and expansion projects (e.g. CO₂ capture, capacity upgrades, equipment overhauls).
• Maintain and optimise project models/business cases, including economic analysis of design choices.
• Represent the project owner in design reviews (HAZID, HAZOP, DSEAR, SIL).
• Support programme development, scheduling, and supplier coordination.
• Identify, prioritise, and mitigate technical and project risks.
• Report regularly on progress and performance, promoting a culture of excellence, safety, and on-time delivery.

Your Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years' experience in process or project engineering roles.
• Strong knowledge across the full project lifecycle (EPC & commissioning).
• Solid understanding of process, mechanical, and control systems engineering.
• Effective communicator with proven leadership and accountability.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality.
• Technically agile with the ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.

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To apply for this role please send your CV or call Noah on (phone number removed) ext 218 for more information.

Equally if this role would not be of interest to you but may be for a suitable friend or colleague, we can offer paid referral fees for successful placements.