Project Engineer
Caldicot, South Wales (Hybrid Working Available)
£40,000 – £48,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Full-Time | Flexible Hours
About the Company
ATA Recruitment are supporting a global leader in water and wastewater treatment technologies, delivering innovative engineered solutions that support critical industries worldwide, including marine, offshore energy, utilities, and industrial processing.
With a strong international footprint, the business operates across multiple continents with thousands of employees globally and annual revenues exceeding $1bn.
The UK division includes a specialist engineering and manufacturing facility focused on water treatment systems, used to:
- Protect marine and offshore assets
- Prevent biofouling in pipelines and cooling systems
The Opportunity
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, we are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join a highly skilled engineering team.
This is a key role responsible for delivering engineering projects from initial design through to commissioning, ensuring all technical, commercial, and quality objectives are met.
You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams including design, electrical, manufacturing, and project management, as well as liaising directly with clients and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage engineering projects from award through to completion and handover
- Interpret client specifications and translate into engineering deliverables and system designs
- Oversee and coordinate technical design activities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, electrical, controls)
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Resolve technical issues during manufacturing, site installation, and commissioning
- Ensure compliance with:
- ISO 9001 quality standards
- Health & safety and CDM regulations
- Contribute to design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives
Key Requirements
- HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Process Engineering
- Ability to interpret complex technical documentation and specifications
- Excellent communication skills, including client-facing experience
- Strong organisational and problem-solving ability
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000 – £48,000 depending on experience
- Annual bonus
- Hybrid working (2 days remote)
- Flexible working hours (core hours 10:00–15:30)
- 25 days holiday + option to buy up to 5 additional days
- Pension scheme matched up to 8%
- Life assurance
- Clear progression opportunities within a global engineering group
- Opportunity to work on international, high-profile engineering projects
Why Apply?
- Join a market-leading organisation in a rapidly growing sector
- Work on cutting-edge technologies solving real-world water challenges
- Be part of a collaborative, technically strong engineering team
- Enjoy long-term career progression in a stable, global business
