Senior Project Engineer
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Senior Project Engineer
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] plc is seeking a Senior Project Engineer for a 12-month contract (outside IR35) based in Thornton-Cleveleys, starting Spring 2026. This is a site-based role coordinating EPCM design projects in the chemical and process sectors.
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] plc
For over 25 years, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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.
Role Details
- Role: Senior Project Engineer (Contract outside IR35)
- Location: Thornton-Cleveleys
- Contract: 12 months
- Start Date: Spring 2026
Workscope
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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 — sign up to reveal]
- 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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].
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.