Project Engineer

Koch Inc.; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineer to manage technical deliverables and ensure project success. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills and attention to detail, and will work closely with project managers to execute project scopes accurately and efficiently. This role is based in Stoke-on-Trent and offers competitive compensation along with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Pension plan

Private health insurance

Wellbeing interventions

Generous leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering technical engineering work for projects in the oil & gas, chemicals, or petrochemicals industries.
• Familiarity with P&ID and PFD development, as well as preparation of technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, and quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support development and delivery of technical project scopes per standards and requirements.
• Prepare and review engineering documents: P&IDs, PFDs, datasheets, fabrication drawings.
• Coordinate with teams for timely submission of RFQs and vendor docs.

Skills

Technical expertise

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

HNC (or equivalent) in mechanical or process engineering

Job description

Overview

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Your Job

As Project Engineer you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of projects by providing technical expertise, executing engineering deliverables, and contributing to overall project success. Working closely with Project Managers the Project Engineer ensures all technical and engineering tasks are completed accurately, on time, and in alignment with project goals. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset to drive innovation and efficiency in project execution.

What You Will Do

Technical Execution & Engineering Deliverables

• Support development and delivery of technical project scopes per standards and requirements.
• Prepare and review engineering documents: P&IDs, PFDs, datasheets, fabrication drawings, specs.
• Coordinate with teams for timely submission of RFQs, PO specs, and vendor docs.
• Assist in vendor technical evaluations ensuring compliance with specs and standards.
• Identify and implement technical improvements for better project outcomes.
• Apply economic thinking considering cost, value, and trade-offs in solutions.
• Participate in inspections, testing, and commissioning to meet project standards.
• Resolve technical issues collaboratively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Promote win-win solutions in all interactions.

Project Support

• Collaborate with Project Managers to align technical deliverables with project timelines.
• Own assigned tasks, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Provide technical progress updates, highlighting risks and solutions.
• Support management of change requests, documenting technical impacts clearly.

Knowledge Sharing & Continuous Improvement

• Share lessons learned and best practices to foster continuous improvement.
• Encourage open communication for mutual learning and innovation.
• Seek and act on feedback to grow professionally and help others develop.
• Align work with strengths and interests; discuss growth opportunities with supervisors.
• Foster psychological safety by discussing setbacks and successes openly.
• Support after-action reviews and apply technical insights to future projects.
• Celebrate individual and team achievements to reinforce a culture of success.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• A minimum qualification of HNC (or equivalent) in mechanical or process engineering.
• Proven experience in delivering technical engineering work for projects in the oil & gas, chemicals, or petrochemicals industries.
• Familiarity with P&ID and PFD development, as well as the preparation of technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, and quality requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience working on modular skid systems, pressure vessels, or piping designs.
• Knowledge of electrical and instrumentation systems or welding techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement innovative solutions to technical challenges.
• EPC Experience
• Experience working within cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

What does ETA offer?

• Competitive compensation profile
• Pension plan
• Private health insurance
• Wellbeing interventions
• Generous leave entitlements
• Annual salary reviews

Who We Are

At Koch, we embrace principled entrepreneurship—challenging the status quo, rewarding individual contributions, and empowering employees to maximize their potential. Our compensation reflects each person’s unique contribution and market realities. We foster an environment where you can grow, innovate, and make a difference. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology