Project Engineer in Watford

We are working with a global, technology-led engineering organisation that designs and delivers automated scientific systems used by leading multinational companies, universities, and research institutions. Their equipment plays a key role in advancing chemical and biosynthesis processes, typically operating in laboratory and pilot-scale environments.

The company specialises in bespoke, high-specification systems that integrate reactors with advanced heating, cooling, dosing, sensing, and fully automated control software. With an international footprint and a collaborative engineering culture, they are known for technical excellence, innovation, and long-term customer partnerships.

They are now looking to appoint a Project Engineer to support the delivery of technically complex, customer-focused projects from confirmation through to installation and commissioning.

As a Project Engineer, you will take ownership of assigned projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure systems are designed, built, tested, and delivered on time and to specification. You will act as a key technical point of contact internally and externally, ensuring a seamless journey from production to customer handover. This role is primarily office-based, with site visits and travel as required by customer and project needs.

• Plan, coordinate, and support the build and commissioning of automated scientific instruments based on established designs.
• Produce detailed project documentation including technical specifications, PFD schematics, bills of materials, routing plans, and quality test plans.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and software engineering activities to ensure timely and accurate system integration.
• Act as the primary technical liaison between internal teams, suppliers, and customers.
• Schedule and lead project meetings, providing clear progress updates and managing expectations.
• Maintain accurate project and production records, including ERP entries, quality documentation, and testing reports.
• Coordinate and carry out project-specific testing, verification, and validation activities.
• Analyse test data and troubleshoot technical or performance issues during production and QA stages.
• Support installation, commissioning, and training at customer sites.
• Contribute to design changes, continuous improvement initiatives, and best practice development.
• Promote safe working practices and report any health & safety concerns.
• Provide flexible support to the wider engineering and projects team as required.

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience working methodically in a structured, production-focused environment.
• Confident and professional in customer-facing situations.
• Competent with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Visio, Teams).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel within the UK, EU, and internationally.

• Experience using ERP systems, ideally SAP Business One.
• Exposure to instrumentation, automation, laboratory, or pilot-scale process equipment.

• Structured on-boarding and comprehensive product training.
• Ongoing mentoring from experienced project managers and senior engineers.
• Formal training in systems, health & safety, and internal management processes.
• The opportunity to work on cutting-edge scientific and engineering projects.
• A supportive, collaborative, and technically driven environment.