Job Description
Location: Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Salary: £30k to £40k (dependent on experience)
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About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Special Projects Engineer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to develop their career within project engineering, with clear progression into managing projects independently.
You will support the Special Projects team in the coordination, delivery, and completion of projects, while gaining hands-on experience across tendering, project management, design input, and client liaison.
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Key Responsibilities
Initial Duties
• Assist in the preparation of tenders, including issuing enquiries and gathering relevant information
• Support project management activities, including purchasing and organising plant, materials, and sub-contractors
• Assist with monthly invoicing and applications for payment
• Compile Operating & Maintenance manuals for completed projects, including mark-up and printing of Record Drawings
• Attend site commissioning and witness client training sessions
• Support the day-to-day running of the department
• Attend site meetings alongside engineers
• Survey and price small-scale projects
• Source and locate parts/materials to support engineers
• Provide site support and technical assistance when required
• Assist the Service Department with technical support
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Long-Term Development Opportunities
As experience grows, responsibilities will expand to include:
• Surveying and estimating new works independently
• Increased involvement in design input
• Full management of projects from inception through to completion
• Preparation and completion of handover documentation
• Submission and agreement of Final Accounts
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Candidate Profile
• Engineering qualification (or working towards one) preferred
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Proactive attitude with willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office essential; experience with project software advantageous)
• Full driving licence preferred
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What We Offer
• Structured career progression
• Hands-on experience across all stages of project delivery
• Supportive team environment
• Salary £30k to £40k DOE
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If you are ambitious, technically minded, and looking to build a long-term career in mechanical engineering, we would love to hear from you.