Project Engineer – Maintenance Team (Explore Facility)
We at Laing O'Rourke have a requirement for a Project Engineer to join our Maintenance Team at our Explore Facility. Ideally someone with a diverse background in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and experience in managing projects.
The Explore facility is the flagship site where many major UK infrastructure projects are delivered, using modern methods of construction.
The role is to deliver site‑wide improvement projects with a focus on reliability, efficiency and data capture. Supporting our operational teams with their CI improvement ideas and also producing long‑term plans for future investment to address obsolescence and innovation.
What will the role look like?
* Plan, design, and oversee engineering projects involving electrical, mechanical, IT/data systems.
* Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
* Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project alignment.
* Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and technical evaluations.
* Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation.
* Ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and safety regulations.
* Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
* Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during design, installation, and commissioning phases.
* Support procurement activities by specifying equipment and evaluating vendor proposals.
* Lead or assist in testing, validation, and commissioning of systems.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to innovation in engineering practices.
* Be accountable for each project and ensure daily management during implementation phase.
* Be the responsible person for shutdown/operational downtime management.
* Review effectiveness of projects.
What skills & experience are we looking for?
* Professional Qualification: Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
* IOSH Managing Safely.
* Registered with a professional body and aiming toward chartered status.
* Manufacturing industry experience with good understanding of the manufacturing environment.
* Experience developing relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
* Planning and resourcing experience using Microsoft Projects.
* Self‑motivation, resilience, staff development and coaching.
* MS Office applications.
* Good understanding of Permit to Work Systems.
We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we are committed to supporting candidates with long‑term health conditions or disabilities. If you meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview under our ‘Offer an Interview' scheme. Please inform us of any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process or in the workplace.
We aim to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need this application in an alternative format or would like to discuss the process, please contact resourcingteam@laingorourke.com.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level | Employment type: Full‑time | Job function: Other | Industries: Construction and Engineering Services
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