Senior Project Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Thornton-Cleveleys
TYPE
Contract
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Project Engineering EPCM Projects COMAH EC&I Mechanical / Piping Process Safety

FULL DESCRIPTION

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] PLC – Senior Project Engineer, Thornton-Cleveleys

For over 25 years, [Employer hidden] plc has delivered innovative, sustainable engineering solutions across the chemical, pharmaceutical, energy, and food & beverage sectors. As a family‑owned business with UK‑wide coverage, we combine technical excellence with a collaborative, client‑focused approach. Our fully integrated EPCM capability supported by strong CDM and HSSEQ leadership and accredited management systems ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards from concept through to commissioning and start‑up. If you’re passionate about engineering and want to join a dynamic, people‑focused consultancy driving progress and sustainability across the UK’s manufacturing and process industries, [Employer hidden] is the place for you.

Role: Senior Project Engineer (Contract outside IR35)

Location: Thornton-Cleveleys

Contract: 12 months

Start Date: Spring 2026

WORKSCOPE

[Employer hidden] Plc are seeking Expressions of Interest from (PSC) contractors who have UK Onshore experience delivering EPCM Projects as a Senior Project Engineer, to support upcoming Process Sector Design Engineering Project.

SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED

You will work on all phases of the project coordinating design engineering project elements including EC&I, Mechanical / Piping, Process Safety and Civil and Structural teams. Your services will ensure the projects remain within budget and on schedule to meet the requirements of the customer.

Delivery is key, therefore developing project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans, determining project specifications, generating technical aspects of equipment and construction work packages for enquiry are required.

- Note, this is not an IT / Digital role.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience of project engineering onshore moderate size EPCM projects on chemical sites.
  • Experience of working on COMAH sites
  • Proven project engineering experience; familiarity with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards.
  • Minimum HNC/D in an Engineering discipline or relevant field
  • Project engineering skills with planning & organising capability and attention to detail.
  • Co-ordination of engineering design office teams on front end engineering design projects and detailed design projects.
  • Client facing.
  • Site experience on startup and commissioning is desirable.
  • Understanding of customer expectations and deliverables with an awareness of the impact of failure/cost of poor quality

WHY WORK WITH [Employer hidden]

  • Be part of a respected UK engineering partner delivering safe, high‑quality EPCM solutions.
  • Join a collaborative, supportive, and technically high performing team environment.
  • Work across diverse sectors including chemicals, pharma, energy, food & beverage and manufacturing
  • Contribute to projects that drive sustainability and long‑term industry improvement.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled Senior Project Engineer looking for a flexible, Outside IR35 opportunity and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your application today via [contact hidden]

Important Information for Applicants:

In accordance with current legislation, this position is only open to candidates who have indefinite eligibility to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship.

Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

We do not accept unsolicited CVs or profiles from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward CVs to any of our employees. The Company will not be liable for any fees associated with unsolicited submissions.

Application Outcome:

If you have not heard from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted at this time. If this is the case, we thank you for your interest and wish you every success in your future career.

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