Salary: Competitive rate - outside of scope of IR35
Job Reference: JOB-90259
Published: 17-02-2026
Duration: 12 months+
Expiry Date: 17-03-2026
Country: United Kingdom
Senior Project Engineer – Teesside (Long term contract - can be outside of scope of IR35)
Working for a leading consultancy, this is a Senior opportunity for a technically strong Project Engineer to support a major infrastructure project delivering an above-ground CO₂ gathering pipeline system and associated utilities across the Teesside industrial region.
This is a critical, client-facing role acting as the main engineering interface between the engineering design office and the construction site.
The Role
Full-time on site in Teeside (5 days per week) with occasional travel to Manchester (typically once per month)
12–18 month contract, can be outside IR35
Key Responsibilities
* Serve as the focal point for all engineering activity on site
* Own the Site Technical Query procedure and register
* Maintain master engineering drawings and ensure site mark-ups are captured for as-building
* Manage and communicate design changes to AFC deliverables
* Identify programme risks early, escalating issues where required
* Ensure compliance with governance processes, standards, and approvals
* Interpret complex engineering documentation including P&IDs, alignment diagrams, strip charts, isometrics, GA drawings, and civil/structural designs to ensure construction is delivered to specification
What We’re Looking For
* Degree or HND in Mechanical or Civil Engineering
* Strong background across both technical engineering and live construction environments
* Experience within highly regulated, high-hazard industries (e.g. oil & gas, chemicals, nuclear process)
* Deep understanding of process safety, management of change, and risk‑led behaviours
* Knowledge of CDM 2015 and Pressure Equipment regulations
* Valid CSCS or CCNSG card
* A role with real visibility on site, where your judgement, technical strength, and ability to operate at senior level will be trusted from the outset.
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