Reed in Colchester are delighted to be supporting our client seeking a Technical Engineer on a full-time permanent basis. The company is currently working on a number of high-profile projects, for which they are looking to recruit a dedicated team player in the position of Technical Engineer to support current and future projects. As part of the Engineering Projects team, you will be involved and responsible for technical aspects of high value projects within the business, your tasks will include, but not be limited to: Taking on full project technical responsibility from contract kick-off through to final customer handoverWorking closely with the Project Design Engineers & Project Managers to produce detailed technical documentation to tight deadlines in line with specific contract requirements & deliverable descriptionsStrong organisational skills, ability to develop and manage effective processesKeeping accurate records of meeting minutes including stakeholder action lists.Participation in internal project review meetingsInitiating and chairing technical review meetings where appropriateProviding bi-weekly reporting to the Head of Engineering Projects on project technical progressBeing the technical point of contact for both customer and supplier enquiries in relation to responsible projectsEffectively manage technical risk and technical opportunities within responsible projects, producing and maintaining detailed R&O registersBe responsible for monitoring own KPI's and assisting in monitoring company KPI's to drive improvementParticipation and input into internal project quality auditsProvide sales department support in the form of P&ID's & associated technical documentationBeing forward thinking and willing/able to suggest new ways of working to improve efficiencyBe available and willing to attend customer meetings and training, including travel to the head office in Germany as required (UK based role)Support the business in all aspects of projects being undertaken as requiredAssist in any other areas associated with technical information or documentation as required by the business. The successful candidate will require the following: Previous experience in a technical role is essentialAn engineering background with a formal engineering qualification is essential.A good mechanical understanding is essentialCustomer-facing experience is advantageousPrevious equipment packaging experience is advantageousMust be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft 365, Word, Excel, Project etcMust be a team player to fit in with a small working teamHigh levels of motivation and the ability to be confident and professional in all situations/circumstances.Passport and full UK driving licenceThe ability to obtain SC Clearance Working Requirements: Normal working hours: 37.5 hours per week (08:30 - 17:00 Daily with 1 hour for lunch)Reporting to: Head of Engineering Project To express your interest in this vacancy, please click APPLY!