Senior Project Engineer - Process & Rotating Packages

Airswift; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 111,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work Rotterdam

Long-term project

Competitive freelance rates

International exposure

Job summary

Airswift in Rotterdam is seeking a Senior Project Engineer – Process & Rotating Packages for a long-term contractor role on a major Oil & Gas project. You will lead cross-disciplinary package delivery, coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction teams across regions to meet schedule, budget, quality and safety goals.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring and stakeholder management, with a hybrid model (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) in Rotterdam, and a focus on delivering Process

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Experience: 10+ years in Oil & Gas project engineering.
• Proven experience in Project Management, Engineering, or Package Management.
• Strong track record with Process and/or Rotating Equipment packages.
• Experience on EPC and/or EPCM projects.
• Previous Europe-based or international project experience is essential.
• Background in international/multidisciplinary environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and budgeting for project packages.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across engineering, procurement, and construction.
• Oversee lifecycle of Process & Rotating Equipment packages.
• Conduct risk assessments and support decision-making.
• Interface with clients, suppliers, and project teams to ensure alignment.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Scheduling

Risk Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Senior Project Engineer – Process & Rotating Packages

Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands

Contract Type: Contractor only

Duration: Long-term project

Start Date: November/December 2026

Work Schedule: Full-time

Hybrid Model: 3 days onsite / 2 days remote

Industry: Oil & Gas

Language: Professional English required

The Project

We are supporting a major player in the Oil & Gas industry in the search for a Senior Project Engineer to manage critical Process and Rotating Equipment packages on a large-scale international project. This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced project professional with a strong background in Project Engineering, Project Management, or Package Management, capable of coordinating multiple stakeholders across engineering, procurement, construction, suppliers, and client teams. You will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of complex technical packages while meeting project objectives related to schedule, budget, quality, and safety.

The Role

As a Senior Project Engineer – Process & Rotating Packages, you will play a key role in driving the execution of major project packages throughout the project lifecycle. You will act as the focal point between engineering disciplines, procurement teams, construction personnel, vendors, and clients, ensuring seamless coordination and successful package delivery. This is a leadership-focused role requiring strong project execution capabilities rather than a purely technical engineering background.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution Lead the development and management of project plans, schedules, and budgets. Ensure package execution remains aligned with project objectives and stakeholder expectations. Monitor project performance and progress against key milestones. Identify potential delays and implement corrective actions where required. Provide regular project reporting to senior management.
• Multidisciplinary Coordination Coordinate activities between engineering, procurement, and construction teams. Manage technical interfaces across project disciplines. Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution. Organize and lead coordination meetings. Ensure all project requirements are effectively addressed.
• Process & Rotating Equipment Package Management Oversee the full lifecycle of assigned packages. Monitor supplier performance and package progress. Review technical deliverables and ensure compliance with project requirements. Support procurement and vendor management activities. Ensure on-time delivery of package milestones and documentation.
• Risk Management & Decision Support Conduct technical evaluations, feasibility assessments, and risk reviews. Identify and proactively manage project risks. Support project decision-making with technical and commercial considerations. Develop mitigation strategies to minimize impacts on schedule and budget.
• Stakeholder & Client Management Act as a key interface between clients, contractors, suppliers, and project teams. Participate in project reviews and progress meetings. Maintain clear and effective communication throughout all project phases. Ensure alignment between project stakeholders and business objectives.
• Leadership & Mentoring Provide guidance and support to junior project engineers. Promote project engineering best practices across the team. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Support the development of project engineering capabilities within the organization.

Candidate Profile

• Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience Minimum 10 years of experience in Project Engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Proven experience in Project Management, Project Engineering, or Package Management.
• Strong track record managing Process and/or Rotating Equipment packages.
• Experience working on EPC and/or EPCM projects.
• Previous professional experience within Europe is essential.
• Experience working within international and multidisciplinary project environments.
• Important Note Candidates whose background is primarily focused on core engineering, detailed design engineering, or technical specialist roles without package/project management responsibilities will not be considered suitable for this position.

Technical Competencies

• Project and Package Management
• Engineering, Procurement & Construction Coordination
• Process Equipment
• Rotating Equipment
• Project Planning & Scheduling
• Risk Management
• Cost Control & Project Monitoring
• Supplier & Vendor Management
• Technical Documentation Review
• Oil & Gas Industry Standards
• Project Management Tools and Systems

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
• Effective organizational and time-management capabilities
• Ability to work in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments
• Results-driven approach with strong attention to quality and detail

Why Join This Opportunity?

• Long-term assignment with a leading Oil & Gas organization.
• Exposure to large-scale international projects.
• Strategic role with significant responsibility and visibility.
• Opportunity to manage critical Process and Rotating Equipment packages.
• Collaborative and multicultural project environment.
• Competitive freelance rates.
• Hybrid working model based in Rotterdam.