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Senior Project Engineer

Job Posted: 12 days ago

Salary: £ 32 - 38 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Havant, Hampshire

Expire in: 16 days

Job Description

Our client, a leader in the aerospace industry, is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Senior Project Engineer to join their team from October 2026 to February 2028. This exciting fixed-term opportunity promises to be both challenging and rewarding, allowing the successful candidate to make a significant impact during the contract period. 

Summary:

Start date: October 2026
Duration: End date February 2028
Location: Havant
Pay Rate: £32.00 - £38.00 per hour
Hours: 37.5 per week all onsite
Monday to Thursday 8 - 4.45 and Friday 8 - 12.30 Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate new product development projects within engineering.
Facilitate cross-departmental support to ensure project success.
Monitor and advise on project progress and performance.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries regarding project status.
Schedule engineering and documentation deliverables to align with programme plans.
Provide essential administrative and organisational support for engineers and programme management.
Adapt to shifting priorities and diverse duties in a flexible role.Essential Responsibilities Include:

Create and manage the engineering development plan for key project milestones.
Conduct internal meetings to introduce awarded projects to engineering and other departments.
Collaborate with customers to secure information and decisions for design schedules.
Coordinate supporting activities for engineering development, including documentation and qualification schedules.
Monitor adherence to sales contracts and manage scope changes.
Provide stakeholders with updates on product and project status throughout lifecycles.
Generate detailed reports and dashboards to illustrate project progress, including agreed KPIs.
Participate in key project milestones and attend customer sites as necessary, potentially involving international travel.
Assist the programme manager in enhancing project control and reporting.
Facilitate record-keeping of customer specifications and drive verification and validation to meet programme requirements.Key Skills:

Highly organised with strong analytical abilities.
Proven experience coordinating cross-functional teams.
Expertise in leading productive meetings.
High proficiency in MS Excel; familiarity with MS Project is desirable.
Strong reporting skills with the ability to create dashboards.
Excellent problem-solving skills, especially in negotiating priorities.
Approachable, professional demeanour with experience in B2B relationships.
Capable of thriving under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
Self-starter with minimal supervision, able to engage with all staff levels.
Experience in a process-driven environment adhering to recognised standards and regulations.
Background in a manufacturing or industrial setting is preferred.Essential Criteria:

Project Management Skills
Communication Skills
Coordination Abilities
Problem-Solving Skills
Risk Management
Stakeholder ManagementDesirable Criteria:

Engineering Industry ExperienceThe Ideal Candidate Will:

Collaborate effectively, building partnerships for collective success.
Communicate clearly, tailoring messages to meet diverse audience needs.
Exhibit courage in addressing challenging issues.
Foster strong customer relationships and deliver customer-centric solutions.
Drive results consistently, even in tough circumstances, while empowering others.
Instil trust through integrity, credibility, and authenticity.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Project Engineer looking to contribute to exciting aerospace projects. If you are ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic environment, consider this opportunity with our client.

Apply today to embark on a rewarding journey in the aerospace sector!

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