Job Details: Project Engineer- Design and Build Waste Heat

Company
Engineering Company
Location
Hull, East Yorkshire, HU9
Salary
£35,000 - £50,000
Job Ref.
190662
Job Type
Permanent
Date posted
17/02/2026
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We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a growing engineering team, working on Waste Heat Recovery systems typically sited on the back of gas turbines, including boilers, steam turbines, pressure vessels, and process piping. This is a client-facing role where you will oversee projects from initial design through to completion.

If you are organised, detail-oriented, and passionate about engineering and project management, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, high-value engineering projects.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead client-facing activities throughout project lifecycle
  • Provide technical guidance and support to project teams
  • Develop project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation
  • Specify and procure equipment packages, ensuring successful integration into full steam cycle power plants
  • Work with process engineers to prepare equipment datasheets for procurement
  • Attend and contribute to HAZID and HAZOP meetings
  • Estimate project costs, prepare budgets, and monitor expenses
  • Manage specialist engineering contracts (e.g., pressure vessel calculations, structural calculations, noise studies, flow modelling)
  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
  • Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and industry best practices
  • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for equipment, materials, and services
  • Maintain accurate project documentation and provide progress updates to stakeholders

 

Skills & Experience

  • Practical experience with steam raising or process plant systems
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, Heat and Mass Balances
  • Experience preparing equipment datasheets and procuring balance-of-plant equipment (pumps, valves, pressure vessels)
  • Hands-on experience managing installation of boilers, steam turbines, process piping, water treatment, and heat exchangers
  • Strong technical knowledge of engineering principles
  • Excellent organisational, communication, and time management skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Knowledge of Waste Heat Recovery in Oil & Gas advantageous, but not mandatory
  • Familiarity with ASME, BS 5500, API560, NORSOK codes advantageous
  • Understanding of hydraulics and electrical control systems advantageous
  • Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field, or
  • HNC/ONC or similar with extensive relevant experience

 

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension scheme
  • Health benefits
  • Training and career development opportunities
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile engineering projects

 

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on challenging engineering projects and make a real impact, please apply now with your CV and cover letter. We look forward to reviewing your application.

 

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