Remote Senior Project Engineer

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier salary package

Home office equipment allowance

Flexible working hours

Autonomy in project execution

Work on cutting-edge projects

Job summary

Placements24 client seeks a seasoned Senior Project Engineer for a fully remote role, supporting nationwide projects. You will lead multi-disciplinary initiatives, ensuring compliance with technical specs, schedules, and budgets.

You will drive planning, risk management, and provide technical leadership while mentoring engineers in a distributed environment. Strong communication and autonomy are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive project engineering experience with senior responsibilities.
• Experience managing large-scale, complex engineering projects.
• Excellent remote collaboration, organization and communication skills.
• Pr. Eng. registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering projects from initiation to closure.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and collaboration.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project engineers and teams.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Risk management

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Engineering design tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Engineer to join their team in a completely remote capacity, supporting projects nationally, including those based in Randburg . This role is crucial for leading complex engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications, deadlines, and budget requirements. You will be instrumental in project planning, risk management, and stakeholder communication, operating independently within a flexible work structure. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced engineer who excels in a distributed environment, possesses strong technical acumen, and is adept at driving project success from a distance, contributing to innovative solutions for diverse client needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering projects from initiation to closure.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to facilitate clear communication and collaboration.
• Ensure all engineering deliverables meet stringent quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project engineers and teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Engineering (e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive project engineering experience, with a significant portion in a senior role.
• Demonstrated success in managing large-scale, complex engineering projects.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Proficiency with project management software and engineering design tools.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Top-tier salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous allowance for home office equipment and professional development.
• Flexible working hours tailored to a remote work lifestyle.
• Significant autonomy and responsibility in project execution.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects across diverse sectors from anywhere.