Project Engineer in Manchester

Energy Jobline AZ; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking a Project Engineer for a contract role until June 2027. The ideal candidate will support the Project Manager in monitoring progress and ensuring compliance across various engineering disciplines. This role offers competitive pay outside IR35 and a collaborative working environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Long-term contract until June 2027

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an engineering delivery role, ideally in rail or infrastructure.
• Awareness of Network Rail standards and design approval processes.
• Excellent communication and coordinating skills across engineering disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in monitoring project progress and targets.
• Assist in forecasting engineering resources and identifying key skills.
• Act as engineering representative, coordinating with subcontractors.

Skills

Engineering delivery experience

Coordination and communication skills

Knowledge of railway safety practices

Education

IRSE Assistant Designer / Test License

Working towards IRSE License 7.8.110F

Job description

Project Engineer – Manchester – Contract until June 2027

Contract: Until June 2027. Pay: £ per day outside IR35 (apply online only).

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager and wider management team in monitoring project progress, ensuring that all design, construction, testing and financial targets are achieved.
• Maintain technical standards across all engineering work to ensure safe, reliable and compliant project delivery.
• Assist in forecasting engineering resources and identifying key skills required for project success.
• Provide input into the planning and progress reporting of engineering activities, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
• Act as the engineering representative for allocated projects and coordinate technical activities with subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Contribute to change management, reviewing and assessing the engineering impact of project variations.
• Support the development and maintenance of key project documentation including Health & Safety files, asset registers and documentation trackers.
• Manage integration between disciplines and deliverables as required within assigned work packages.
• Attend and contribute to regular project and progress meetings.
• Participate in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and actively promote a culture of learning, innovation and improvement.
• Demonstrate engineering excellence through innovative problem‑solving and the adoption of modern working methods.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an engineering delivery role, ideally within the rail or infrastructure sector.
• Knowledge or experience of safe working practices within railway environments.
• Awareness of Network Rail standards and design approval processes (desirable).
• IRSE Assistant Designer / Test License (required).
• Working towards IRSE License 7.8.110F to be attained within 3 years.
• Valid Authority to Work (ATW) and SWL/COSS competence.
• Appreciation of Design, Construction, Testing and Possession Planning.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills, with the ability to integrate across multiple engineering disciplines.

What We Offer

• Long‑term contract until June 2027.
• Competitive remuneration and benefits.
• Opportunity to work on major rail and infrastructure projects shaping the future of the UK's transport network.
• Collaborative, safety‑focused working environment with ongoing professional development opportunities.

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