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Project Engineer
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 45,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation specialising in high-performance rail and transport systems. Based in Gateshead, this full-time permanent role offers the chance to work on technically complex, safety-critical projects that make a real-world impact.
As a Project Engineer, Based in Gateshead, you will contribute to the delivery of innovative transport-sector projects - on time, on budget, and to specification. You'll act as the engineering lead across a range of programmes, supporting design, development, testing, and compliance while collaborating closely with customers and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver end-to-end technical project solutions within a multi-disciplined engineering team
Work across design, development, build, test, and verification phases
Monitor schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables
Act as a key technical interface with customers and suppliers
Create and maintain high-quality documentation in line with contractual and regulatory requirements
Mentor junior engineers and support peer review activities
Champion best practices and ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations
Key Skills & Experience:
Essential:
Experience working within a technical or engineering organisation
Skilled in requirements management, document control, and technical documentation
Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management experience
Knowledge of engineering project delivery methods
Understanding of test requirements and industry technical standards
Exposure to specifications, CDRLs, and contract documentation
HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience
Desirable:
Experience with video surveillance or software-based systems
Knowledge of IP-based systems and networking
Transport sector project delivery experience (rail, aerospace, etc.)
Familiarity with professional engineering institutions (e.G. IET, IMechE)
Understanding of embedded or real-time system delivery
Why Join my client? You will
Be part of a dynamic, growing organisation with a focus on innovation and safety
Contribute to exciting, high-impact rail and transport projects
Have the chance to be part of a supportive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and mentorship
Benefit from hybrid working (office-based in Gateshead with occasional travel)
Receive a competitive salary and benefits
To find out more about the role of Project Engineer, based in Gateshead, please contact Rachael Dent on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed)Before You Apply
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