Project Engineer

Project Engineer Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits

Location: Somerset. UK (Flexible/Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Negotiable
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Project Engineering Professional looking to contribute to some of the UK s most exciting and critical energy projects?

Our client a global engineering organisation with a strong presence in the nuclear and energy sectors is seeking a talented Project Engineer to join their dynamic team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation focused on innovation, collaboration, and safety, with real purpose at the core of their work.

We are recruiting on behalf of this client for a Project Engineer position, providing long-term opportunities for career development across a wide range of nuclear new-build and operational programmes.

You ll work closely with commissioning and asset management teams to improve the efficiency and quality of deliverables. Responsibilities include:

• Writing and specifying commissioning work order cards.

• Liaising with stakeholders to resolve technical issues and open points.

• Supporting the development of operational routine maintenance programmes.

• Contributing to the design and implementation of Asset Management systems.

• Assisting in the creation of standards and procedures.

• Driving continuous improvement in Work Management and Planning processes.

• A degree or HNC/HND in engineering or science (or equivalent).

• Experience using asset management systems, data tools, and Microsoft applications.

• Proven ability to write and apply maintenance instructions in regulated industrial environments.

• Familiarity with risk assessments.

• Working knowledge of engineering documents including Maintenance Manuals and Engineering Drawings.

Alongside a competitive salary, you ll enjoy an outstanding benefits package including:

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Contributory pension scheme

• Free single medical cover and digital GP access

• Enhanced parental leave and access to employee and parental support programmes

• Matched charity donations, paid volunteering days, and community engagement

• Reimbursement for professional memberships and development

• A flexible/hybrid working environment designed to support work-life balance

This employer prides itself on its inclusive and values-led culture. You ll be part of a collaborative environment that supports personal growth, celebrates diversity, and promotes safety and integrity in everything they do.

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for Engineers ooking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.