Job Description
JOB TITLE: Project Engineer
Location: Peterborough
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + Car Allowance + Private Health
Job Type: Permanent
Sector: Renewable Energy – Biomethane / Process Engineering
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing renewable energy business that designs, builds and operates biomethane plants across the UK. Their mission is clear to turn agricultural waste into clean, carbon-negative energy that helps the UK reach net zero. This client is on an impressive growth journey with huge levels of investment, growing number of projects and a rapidly expanding workforce.
About the Role
As a Project Engineer, you’ll be right at the centre of delivering new biomethane plants from design through to commissioning. Working alongside the Project Manager, you’ll make sure each project runs safely, efficiently and to plan, acting as the link between the design office, suppliers, and the on-site delivery teams.
You’ll review technical documentation, coordinate engineering activities and provide input at every stage of the project lifecycle. It’s a hands-on role that combines technical responsibility with real influence, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to see their work contribute directly to a greener future.
The key requirements for this Project Engineer role are:
1. Support the full lifecycle of biomethane projects from design through to commissioning
2. Review and approve technical documentation including P&IDs, drawings and calculations
3. Coordinate with civil, mechanical, electrical and process design teams
4. Assist in HAZID, HAZOP, DSEAR and SIL assessments
5. Maintain quality and compliance across all design and delivery activities
6. Manage communication between suppliers, contractors and internal project teams
7. Support cost tracking, scheduling and reporting to the Project Manager
8. Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget
Experience required for this Project Engineer role are:
9. Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Process Engineering (or equivalent)
10. Minimum 5 years’ experience in energy, utilities or process plant projects
11. Strong technical understanding of mechanical and process systems
12. Experience supporting FEED and detailed design phases
13. Excellent communication and coordination skills
14. Confident managing multiple projects and working cross-functionally
15. Strong awareness of health, safety and environmental standards
Desirable knowledge, skills and experience for this Project Engineer role are:
16. Background in biogas, biomethane, or renewable gas projects
17. Experience with CO₂ capture, AD or gas-to-grid systems
18. Familiarity with control and instrumentation integration
Package and Benefits of the Project Engineer role:
19. Private health and dental cover
20. 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
21. 4% employer and employee pension contributions
22. Hybrid and flexible working options
23. Ongoing training and professional development
24. Career progression in a growing renewable energy business