Project Engineer

Kintore, Aberdeenshire May 2026

Job Purpose

To plan, coordinate and process work scopes associated with project related contracts for all STATS products.

Reports To

Lead Project Engineer or Project Manager, along with Operations Manager, General Manager and Project Engineering Manager.

External Relationships

Clients and Third Party Inspection Services.

Main Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of detailed quotations for project related enquiries including the compilation of all relevant engineering, manufacturing and assembly/testing costs.
• Responsible for creating and managing project plan, budget and contract milestones.
• Responsible for reporting on project progress, cost budget and resources.
• Coordination of all technical documentation within the project cycle and for bid submissions such as drawings and operational procedures.
• Participate in design/operational reviews associated with project deliverables.
• Chair project kick-off meetings upon award of contract.
• Prepare field survey work packs and resources.
• Coordination of all technical documentation required for the project including engineering drawings, test procedures, operational procedures and risk assessments.
• Attend client meetings, HAZID’s/ HAZOP’s etc as required.
• Ensure drawings and associated documents are received in a timely manner from engineering to meet project delivery schedule.
• Ensure purchase requisitions are raised for all manufacturing and assembly components which are required for the project.
• Ensure item requirement and manufacturing request forms are issued for all components associated with the project.
• Ensure drawings are issued to manufacturing department in a timely manner to meet key project dates.
• Write all necessary ‘in house’ testing procedures relative to each project undertaken.
• Ensure assembly and test request forms are raised and assembly/test work pack is issued to workshop.
• Coordinate visits by client or 3rd party test inspection to witness testing activities.
• Lead project risk management activities.
• Write operational procedures for offshore scope of supply.
• Follow Management of Change process.
• Compile mobilisation list(s) and advise operations on deployment requirement for offshore personnel.
• Assist with field deployment as required.
• Ensure manufacturing record books, when required, are compiled.
• Prepare close-out and revenue reports upon completion of project.

Individual Quality and Safety Responsibilities

To comply with STATS and Client quality, safety and environmental management systems and procedures at all times. Ensure all accidents / incidents / near misses / hazards are immediately reported and relevant paperwork is complete.

Internal Training Requirements

STATS mandatory courses, including Environmental Awareness, COSHH awareness, GDPR Awareness, Management of Change, Near Miss Reporting etc. STATS Internal Tooling Courses - basic level - Tecno Plug, BISEP, Remote Systems, Hot Tapping etc.

EXPERIENCE / Competence / Skills / Knowledge

• Sound engineering background with topside/process/pipeline/subsea experience would be an advantage.
• Sound Project Management experience.
• Project Management Qualifications i.e APM would be an advantage.
• Mechanical or fabrication engineering qualification and/or very strong practical oil and gas background.
• Client liaison and financial awareness skills are essential as part of project engineering.
• Good technical writing skills.
• Driving license required.
• IT skills: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, MS Project.
• Knowledge of Microsoft AX system would be an advantage.

Qualifications

BSc/BEng or equivalent in Mechanically biased subjects. Chartered membership of IMechE or similar would be an advantage.

Personal Qualities

• Good organisational skills.
• Motivated.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Note

STATS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment for all employees. Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all of the listed qualifications or experience. We recognise that relevant experience and potential can take many forms, and we value a diversity of backgrounds and perspectives. If you are enthusiastic about the role and believe you could contribute meaningfully, we welcome your application.