Project Engineer
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£51,900
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 2127 (94% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,900, and Mactech Energy Group is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Job Title: Project Engineer
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (site-based)
Pay Rate or Salary: 340 PAYE, 475 UMBRELLA
Job ID: 2149
Overview
We're recruiting a Project Engineer (Pipework / Support Manufacturing) to join a major, highly regulated UK energy infrastructure programme. Based in Bridgwater, you'll provide hands-on engineering support to help drive pipework and support manufacturing progress-working closely with design, project management, construction and manufacturing stakeholders to ensure technical issues are resolved quickly and safely, in line with schedule priorities.
This is a great opportunity for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment and enjoys coordinating across multiple teams to remove blockers and maintain momentum.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide engineering/technical support to the package project management team, including attendance at weekly/monthly meetings
- Collate and maintain a support tracker to record support book releases and design holds through key project handovers
- Manage change control relating to design updates during the manufacturing phase
- Lead and manage the Technical Query (TQ) process, including chairing regular meetings and driving timely actions/responses with stakeholders
- Ensure contract/project management systems are maintained to reflect TQ progress and resolutions
- Coordinate and manage engineering input to manufacturing handover requirements
- Provide technical input into constructability issues, as required
- Escalate technical issues promptly and present clear options/recommendations for decision-making
Requirements / Experience
- Track record of delivering engineering within a technically complex, dynamic environment-ideally within nuclear, energy, or another regulated sector
Desirable
- Working knowledge of French (advantageous but not essential)
- Working-level experience with relevant tools/software such as:
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- 3D design/review tools (e.g., PDMS, Navisworks or equivalent)
- Contract/project management systems (e.g., CEMAR, Teamcenter or equivalent
Working Pattern / Contract Details
- Site-based role in Bridgwater, Somerset (Somerset Energy Innovation Centre area)
- Contract duration and working pattern: TBC
Clearance / Compliance
Due to the nature of work in a highly regulated environment, you will be expected to follow robust health, safety and environmental requirements and maintain confidentiality. Any security or clearance requirements will be confirmed during the recruitment process.
How to Apply
Apply with your CV and a brief summary of your experience in pipework/manufacturing support and technical query/change management. Suitable applicants will be contacted to discuss role details, contract specifics and next steps.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Mactech Energy Group, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Mactech Energy Group holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2127 going rate of £51,900. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.