Project Engineer Vacancy details General information Entity Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets. Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking. Safran Seats is one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. 1 million Safran Seats-manufactured aircraft seats are currently in service with air fleets around the world. Reference 2026-175969 Position description Domain Performance and Support Job field / Job profile Project management - Project manager level 1 Job title Project Engineer Employment type Permanent Professional category Professional, Engineer & Manager Part time / Full time Full-time Job description Skills: Project Management, Product Development, R&T, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Microsoft Project, Engineering Lifecycle Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority. We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including: - Competitive salary, annual bonus, and pay review - 25 days' holiday bank holidays (option to buy/sell) - Strong pension scheme and life assurance - Professional development, ongoing training, mentoring - Onsite amenities: parking, restaurant, bicycle storage, showers - Family-friendly and accessible workplace policies Your Role As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role within the Engineering Project Management Office, supporting the delivery of engineering projects across their full lifecycle-from early engagement through to production and sustaining activities. You will: - Support delivery of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with time, cost, and quality objectives - Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to achieve successful project outcomes - Apply project management methods, governance, and tools to meet contractual and customer requirements - Manage stakeholders across engineering and non-engineering functions - Monitor progress, analyse data, and prioritise actions based on business needs - Support change management and evolving product requirements - Contribute to contract, funding, and commercial discussions - Assist in transitioning product development into manufacturing - Ensure compliance with aircraft certification requirements - Conduct peer reviews of technical data, reports, and analysis You may also be required to travel within the UK and internationally (~10%). But what else? (benefits, specificities, etc.) Safran - Here, we craft excellence together. At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future. We are looking for passionate individuals to join our Engineering team as a Project Engineer at our Cwmbran site. We understand that diversity and inclusion make teams stronger. Even if you don't meet 100% of the criteria, we encourage you to apply if your experience aligns broadly with the role. Let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. Candidate skills & requirements What You'll Bring Essential: - Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Electronic, Materials, or similar) - Experience in product development, R&D, or production engineering - Experience with project management methods and tools - Strong stakeholder management and communication skills - Ability to analyse data and prioritise effectively - Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach - Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, etc.) - Ability to build effective cross-functional relationships Desirable: - Master's degree in a relevant engineering discipline - Professional registration (IEng/working towards CEng) - Experience with engineering design tools (e.g. Catia, Nastran) - Knowledge of aerospace certification and compliance requirements Position location Job location Europe, UK, Wales City (-ies) Llantarnam Industrial Park NP44 3HQ Cwmbran