Job Title: Project Engineer
Location: Sealand, Deeside, Flintshire, UK
Job Type: Full-time contract, 6 Months (Extension TBC)
Work Model: Hybrid
Summary:
• We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Project Engineer to support high-priority Defence programmes.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop both engineering expertise and project delivery capability, working within a structured PRINCE2/APM framework.
• The role involves strong cross-functional collaboration, with approximately one-third of time spent in stakeholder meetings, and requires regular onsite presence—particularly during onboarding.
• Occasional travel to other Client sites may be required, including:
- Abbey Wood (Bristol)
- Andover
- HMNB Portsmouth
Key Responsibilities:
Candidates should demonstrate experience in:
• Leading and managing projects from planning through to delivery
• Developing and maintaining system requirements, including in-service support
• Producing structured business cases (strategic, commercial, financial, management)
• Supporting technical solution identification, evaluation, and verification
• Managing safety risks in collaboration with Engineering Authority
• Providing financial management support, including:
• Forecast of Outturn
• In-year updates
• Annual reporting cycles
• Representing the function in cross-departmental meetings and technical discussions
Essential Criteria:
Candidates must have:
Education & Qualifications:
• Level 4 qualification + Advanced/Higher Apprenticeship
OR
• Level 3 qualification + Engineering Apprenticeship + relevant experience
• Eligibility for EngTech professional registration (UK-SPEC)
• Full UK manual driving licence
• Strong engineering background (ideally mechanical, with electronics exposure)
• Proven project delivery experience in engineering/technical environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Role may involve handling sensitive/classified (non-nuclear) materials
Desirable Skills:
• Experience in Defence or regulated industries.
• Knowledge of safety management practices.
• Experience in technical evaluations or product assurance.
• Exposure to PRINCE2/APM methodologies.
Additional Information:
• Transport is essential due to site and travel requirements
• Laptop will be provided
Ideal Candidate Profile:
• We are specifically looking for a Project Engineer with a strong Electronics background who is also comfortable handling:
• Supplier Management
• Logistics / coordination responsibilities
• This is a hybrid technical + project role, ideal for someone who can bridge engineering execution with supplier and project coordination.