Description Job Title: Lead Project Engineer (Mechanical) Department: Projects - Invictus Location: Port Talbot (SA13) Salary: Competitive Closing Date: Tuesday 7 th October 2025 Do you want to play a pivotal role in one of the most ambitious engineering projects in Europe? Project Invictus is recruiting, and it's not often that opportunities like this come along. Project Invictus is a megaproject - a large-scale, complex venture that will cost over £1.5 billion and take years to develop and build safely. This project involves multiple stakeholders and will have a significant impact on the economy, the environment, and society. As we embark on the construction of the largest electric arc furnace in Europe, you'll be part of a team that is driving engineering excellence. This project represents a transformative step towards a green, decarbonized future and a fundamental restructure of how we do business. The engineering challenges are immense and exciting. You'll be involved in cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that will set new industry standards. From initial design through to final implementation, this project will test and expand your engineering skills. Join us and be a part of something extraordinary. Help shape the future of Tata Steel UK and the steel industry as a whole. This is your chance to leave a lasting legacy and make a real difference. Be a part of this groundbreaking project with us. What you will do As the Lead Project Engineer, you will oversee and guide a Project Engineering team to achieve the goals and objectives of our Capital Programme. You will lead the execution of engineering projects within the company from concept, through project execution and onto final commissioning. Ensuring compliance with all design and construction safety and environmental regulations is a critical part of your role. An important part of your role is problem solving, addressing issues and where necessary reporting progress to various levels within the organisation. This includes planning, managing, and controlling ongoing engineering processes and activities, and coordinating with Engineering & Operations Managers and other key stakeholders to support project activities. Additionally, you will track and report key performance indicators for work progress and project performance. Managing budgets, coaching and motivating your team, and continuing improving project management and engineering processes are also essential aspects of your role. What you will need You should have significant experience in steelworks engineering. A Master’s degree in Engineering and Chartered Engineer status is desirable but not essential. You need a solid understanding of engineering management, along with experience managing teams or significant strategic projects. Excellent communication skills are crucial, as you will represent the business externally and act as a company ambassador. You must be able to effectively communicate at all levels and possess strong negotiating, networking, influencing, and presentation skills. For a full job description or if you’d like an informal discussion, please contact: Jon.Taylor@tatasteeleurope.com What we can offer you Tata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role, you will benefit from: A market competitive salary We can provide specific project management training, and support in becoming a chartered project professional. 35 days holidays per annum Annual Pay Review Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance Private Healthcare Scheme (Individual cover) One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution) We also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.