Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco offers a rare expertise in enriching uranium for the civil nuclear industry. In fact, we are the only company with the capability to do this at four sites across the world.

As a global leader in the production of low carbon energy, we work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

This transformational vision opens up unique and exciting opportunities to build a dynamic, energising, and rewarding career.

And right now, we’re looking for a Project Engineer. Based at our Capenhurst, you’ll The purpose of this role is to ensure project requirements or aspects of project requirements are completed on time, within budget and to the required quality standard.
Its remit stretches through supplier selection and evaluation, to direct delivery of engineering/design scope for selected projects.
The Project Engineer combines a solid generalist understanding of a wide range of engineering disciplines, enabling the role to deliver integrated design solutions and to oversee engineering at project level of low to moderate complexity.

What will your day look like?

• Ensures design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications and legislation
• Coordinate activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems
• Approves supplier/subcontractor documentation on behalf of the Project Manager
• Prepare basis of estimates for changes and work as part of the project team to ensure that these are coordinated and delivered on time
• Ensures timely reports are made to the Project Manager regarding engineering progress, manpower requirements or concerns
• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager and Senior Contract Works Coordinator to ensure that all engineering works meet the quality and HSE requirements of the contract
• Ensures that design and construction reviews, are carried out in accordance with Urenco and customer procedures
• Work in conjunction with the Project Manager to ensure adequate resources, in terms of quality and quantity are available to ensure efficient and timely execution of construction activities in line with the schedule
• Works within the time schedules, man-hour budgets, project policies, and specifications established for the project or contract
• Delivery of engineering/design solutions and scope to meet project safety, cost, schedule and business benefits objectives
• Evaluate design changes, specifications and drawing releases
• Prepares interim and completion project reports
• Work in conjunction with the project team to ensure that engineering activities are prepared in advance to meet the plan and budget requirements.
• Directs integration or technical activities and products
• Be familiar with the basis of the estimate, scope and schedule and identify any potential changes, which may affect cost or schedule, as early as possible
• Report in conjunction with the Project Manager and the Senior Contract Work Coordinator on all aspects of the construction, engineering and design work carried out on the contract.
• Ensure that information required is specified and collated appropriately for input to the construction process
• Building and maintaining customer relationships throughout the project, handling enquiries and contracts
• Conducting and recording customer interface meetings as required
• Ensure technical risks are agreed and regularly reviewed with the project manager


What do you need to be great at this role?

• Educated to Degree level in a relevant engineering discipline
• Professional qualification e.g. (CEng) (EUR ING) (where applicable)
• Project Management Qualification / Accreditation such as APM, PMI.
• Experience of and be skilled in managing ambiguity and deliver plan to meet the project requirements
• Experience of managing contractual relationships including the provision of free-issue materials, technology or IP and will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in managing suppliers to deliver within this context
• Demonstrable ability to work within teams of highly performing professionals, accountable for delivery of the project
• knowledge of leading project management techniques
• Skilled in implementing the engineering/design strategy and deliver against appropriate objectives with minimal supervision
• Proven track record in managing contract delivery, protecting the owner’s contractual position at all times and preventing the likelihood of claims
• Demonstrable success in Project Engineer experience
• Proven leadership experience and ability to work with minimum supervision

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. Urenco powers the possibilities that let you make the most of your day to day – and shape your own tomorrow.

We reward your contribution with industry-leading pay – and thats just the start.

An exceptional range of physical and mental wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle benefits flex around the things you find most important in life. Like the idea of travelling overseas? We can make that happen too. And our annual global awards bring us together to celebrate our outstanding work achievements.

We’re well aware that being the best company possible starts with helping you become the best you can be in your career.

We’re also committed to helping you achieve work-life balance. So you can count on us to deliver the personal development resources you need to gain new qualifications, learn new skills, and open new possibilities.

• Annual leave of 27 days per annum.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Please be aware that this role is subject to security clearance medical, drug and alcohol testing prior to start.

Our Promise
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. And we support an array of dedicated initiatives, activities, and employee networks to nurture a positive and inspiring work experience.??
Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.