Project Engineer, 12 -month fixed term contract
Location: On site / Bristol, UK
job type: Fixed term / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Engineering | General
Salary: Competitive salary
Want to see your work lifting real loads? WH Scott & Son (Engineers) Ltd, part of WH Scott Group, is looking for a Project Engineer to help deliver lifting equipment projects for clients across rail, aerospace, defence, manufacturing and heavy industry.
With over 125 years in safety-critical engineering and offices across the UK and Ireland, we design, manufacture, install and test lifting solutions, from overhead and gantry cranes to lifting beams, rail replacements and bespoke equipment.
The role
Reporting to the Group Head of Projects and working closely with our Project Managers, you'll own the technical detail of your projects from contract award through to commissioning and handover. That means carrying out site surveys, reviewing drawings with our Design team, managing technical queries and change, coordinating subcontractors and installation teams, and preparing RAMS and lift plans. You'll also keep projects organised and audit-ready, from document control and meeting minutes to purchasing and cost tracking in Business Central.
The role is based in our Bristol office, with regular site visits across the UK and occasional overnight stays.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, created to support a growing pipeline of project work across the
group.
What you'll bring
An HNC/HND or degree in mechanical, electrical or a related engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
At least 2 years in a project engineering or technical role in engineering, lifting, fabrication or industrial services, including site-based installation or refurbishment work
Working knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and RAMS, and the ability to read engineering drawings
Strong organisation, clear communication and a safety-first mindset, including comfort working at height
Confidence with Microsoft Office and a full UK driving licence
Experience with cranes or lifting equipment, NEC contracts, CDM, CAD, Microsoft Project or Business Central would be a real plus. APM PFQ/PMQ, PRINCE2 Foundation or similar; CSCS card; IOSH Working Safely or SMSTS/SSSTS.
What we offer
A competitive salary, paid holidays and Group Pension Scheme, healthcare, subsidised gym fees, an Educational Assistance Programme, and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing platform.
You'll also get varied projects across multiple industries, a structured induction with experienced mentors, and support towards project management qualifications. Before the contract ends, we'll review workload and performance with a view to offering a permanent role.
WH Scott & Son (Engineers) Ltd is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified
candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity,
race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
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