Project Engineer

Company: Scantec Recruitment
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Location: North Yorkshire
Job Description:

Job Description

Project Engineer

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Location: Selby, North Yorkshire

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Salary: £50000 – £55000 plus benefits

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Hours: Monday to Friday 08.00 – 16.30

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We’re supporting a growing manufacturing business in the search for a Project Engineer to play a key role in delivering site-based engineering projects. This is a varied position where you’ll take ownership of projects from concept through to completion, supporting the ongoing development of the facility.

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Reporting to the Projects Manager, you’ll be a driven and organised engineer with strong project management experience and the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.

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The Role

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  • Take ownership of the full project lifecycle from design through to delivery, commissioning and handover
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  • Produce and manage project documentation including design packs, drawings and risk assessments
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  • Coordinate with consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal teams across engineering and operations
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  • Act as the main point of contact for site project activity, managing stakeholders and leading project meetings
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  • Survey site conditions and develop practical design solutions, overseeing installation and commissioning
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  • Maintain and update plant drawings and process documentation
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  • Identify and implement improvements to plant safety, efficiency and reliability
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  • Support general engineering activities across a busy and expanding production site
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  • Contribute to site safety, health and environmental objectives
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What We’re Looking For

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  • Degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering (or similar discipline)
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  • Strong project management experience within a manufacturing or process environment
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  • Proficient in AutoCAD (2D and 3D)
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  • Working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 and DSEAR
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  • Experience with process pipework and plant design
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  • Strong attention to detail with drawing control and revision management
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  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
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  • Hands-on, proactive and adaptable approach
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  • Experience with Inventor would be advantageous
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  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
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What’s On Offer

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  • 40-hour working week, Monday to Friday Days shifts
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  • 33 days holiday including bank holidays
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  • Generous pension scheme
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  • Private healthcare
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  • Life assurance
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Posted: August 21st, 2026