Mechanical Project Engineer

Job description

Job title – Project Engineer - Mechanical

Duration – 12months contract

Start date – Asap

Shift patterns – Mon-Fri 37hours per week (2days onsite)

Pay rate - DOE

Location – Bristol

To deliver practical, fit-for-purpose engineering solutions for projects, including providing specialist support on more complex assignments. To ensure that design authority standards and configuration control processes are consistently and appropriately applied.

Responsibilities

• Determine project functional requirements and identify stakeholder needs for allocated projects.

• Assist in the development of the Project Execution Plan, including design, safety case, and commissioning strategies.

• Support the project optioneering and decision-making process.

• Develop concept designs and deliver fit-for-purpose engineering solutions.

• Prepare and/or approve project technical specifications.

• Oversee detailed design activities in line with design authority standards.

• Prepare modification proposals as required, acting as Nominated Responsible Engineer when appointed.

• Conduct technical reviews and approvals of contractor documentation, including work instructions, method statements, and risk assessments.

• Provide technical oversight of construction and deconstruction activities to ensure alignment with design intent.

• Review and approve as-built drawings.

• Define and supervise commissioning and/or decommissioning activities.

• Manage project handover to operations, ensuring all required drawings, documentation, and training are completed.

• Engage and collaborate with system engineers and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle to support effective delivery.

• Maintain configuration control across the site during the project lifecycle.

• Adhere to Environment, Health, Safety, Security, and Quality (EHSSQ) policies and promote continuous improvement in these areas.

• Demonstrate a customer-focused approach, contributing across areas of competence as required.

• Review site and off-site events, performing root cause analysis to drive improvements.

• Undertake delegated Design Authority responsibilities and act as an intelligent customer when required.

• Support the development and delivery of training within own technical discipline.

• Participate in emergency scheme duties as required.

Essentials

• Proven experience in a discipline-specific engineering role (Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, or Civil) within an industrial environment.

• Experience in nuclear and/or conventional project engineering.

• Knowledge of relevant company and/or national engineering standards.

• Working knowledge of Safety Rules and risk assessment methodologies.

• Understanding of Site Licence conditions and Quality Management System requirements.

• Familiarity with the CDM Designer role.

• Experience in contract management.

• Demonstrated experience in project delivery.

Qualifications

• Relevant HNC, degree, or NQF Level 5/6 qualification.

• Membership of a recognised Engineering Institution.

• Chartered Engineer status.

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Company information:

This contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion’s approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names.

We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City Of Bristol

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-05-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English