Senior Project Engineer

Airswift; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift seeks a Senior Project Engineer for Rotterdam, NL, to drive the successful delivery of complex oil and gas projects. You will support planning, coordination and execution across disciplines to meet time and budget objectives.

The role offers broad exposure across engineering, procurement, construction and stakeholder coordination. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and hands-on project management experience in the energy sector, with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in project engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and technical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules and budgets in collaboration with the project manager and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams to meet requirements.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and support corrective actions to meet milestones.
• Carry out technical evaluations, feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Review technical documentation to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Support compliance with industry standards, safety regulations and policies.
• Liaise with clients, contractors and regulatory bodies for clear communication.
• Provide ongoing guidance to the project team throughout the lifecycle.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Senior Project Engineer

Duration: 12 months

Location: Rotterdam, NL

Schedule: Monday to Friday (3 days in the office x 2 days from home)

Position Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer who want to play a key role in the successful delivery of complex engineering projects within the oil and gas industry. You will support project planning, coordination, and execution across a multidisciplinary environment, helping to ensure technical and commercial objectives are achieved within agreed time and budget parameters. This position offers broad exposure across project activities and will suit professionals who are confident operating at the interface of engineering, procurement, construction, and stakeholder coordination. For candidates seeking a technically focused Senior Project Engineer role with strong project visibility and responsibility, this offers an excellent next step.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with the project manager and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure project requirements are delivered effectively.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or issues, and support corrective actions to maintain delivery against project milestones.
• Carry out technical evaluations, feasibility studies, and risk assessments to support project decisions.
• Review technical documentation, including specifications and reports, to maintain accuracy and quality.
• Support compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies to support clear communication and effective project collaboration.
• Provide ongoing guidance and support to the project team throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in project engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Effective time management and organisational capabilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

About Airswift

Airswift Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider within the energy, process and infrastructure industries. Airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey workforce solution to capture and deliver the top talent needed to complete successful projects by aligning with the unique needs of our clients. With over 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 60 countries, our geographical reach and pool of talent available is unmatched in the industry and the level of experience, exposure, and expertise that the organization has is unparalleled.