Project Engineer

Coyle Personnel are looking for a Project Engineer for their major client in the Industrial Water Systems sector. Our client is a major player in both municipal wastewater treatment and the construction of waste-to-energy plants using a wide range of source materials. These technologies offer our clients the opportunity to both play their part in reducing CO2 emissions and also minimise their operating costs. These are proven technologies, already installed and operating in Europe, and we therefore anticipate considerable interest and the opportunity to expand rapidly in this sector. We expect the successful candidate to have experience and / or qualifications in a relevant engineering discipline, most probably mechanical engineering. Although experience of project engineering in the water / wastewater sector is a definite advantage, we are also prepared to consider newly qualified engineers. Although this position will be based in the post-contract department, all members of staff are expected to be flexible and undertake other work as and when necessary to meet the demands of the business. This will include pre-contract work, occasional site work etc. Post-Contract 1. Specifying and purchasing of equipment, progressing its manufacture & delivery, ensuring its quality and compliance with the Company’s and clients’ specifications (where appropriate) and our quotation. 2. Production of general contract documentation including Equipment Schedules, Data Sheets etc.Job Spec Proj Eng Rev 3 Page: 2 Of: 3 Date: 01/07/2020 3. Production of Health & Safety documentation including Risk Assessments, Method Statements, COSHH assessments, Safety Instructions etc. 4. Production of Functional Design Specifications based on outline operating process concepts. 5. Providing periodic technical support for a small number of other clients with both water and wastewater treatment plants of various types. 6. Assisting in the bringing to market, sales, support and servicing of new water / wastewater treatment products & technologies. 7. Day-to-day liaison with client & contractors. 8. Commercial & technical negotiations with suppliers. 9. Not essential, but advantagous - Drawing work as required, mainly involving the use of a software design package such as AutoCAD (subject to capability). Post contract site work includes: 1. Organising and receiving equipment deliveries. 2. Installation supervision. 3. Day-to-day liaison with client & contractors. 4. Plant commissioning process / electrical / mechanical, which will require familiarity with plc-based control systems. 5. On-site pre-commissioning electrical checks. 6. Production of Method Statements, Risk Assessments and working with Permit systems. 7. Production of site reports & paperwork, including site instructions & variations. 8. Providing on-site support and technical expertise. 9. Providing periodic technical support for a small number of other clients with both water and wastewater treatment plants of various types. 10. Fault finding & rectification. 11. Service visits to clients. Pre-Contract 1. Specifying equipment requirements. 2. Co-ordinating with equipment / system suppliers 3. Preparation of quotations & drawings 4. Assistance with selling to clients 5. Follow-up, liaison and potentially meetings with clients 6. Preparation of detailed designs as part of the post-contract team 7. Site visits as appropriate / Collection of information for quotation preparation Training: Training will be provided as necessary. Insofar as the work elements themselves are concerned, this will be a mixture "hands-on" training and discussion / agreement about how the work should be done as the role develops. As & when additional formal training may be necessary, this will be provided. Part of the training package may be a period spent in Germany. This is an essential requirement, when required, and therefore possession of a valid passport is essential. Package: We will offer a comprehensive employment package, including: Competitive basic salary Attractive bonus scheme, depending on personal & overall company performance Pension scheme; we will match your contributions up to 7.5% of your basic salary Personal Healthcare insurance (subject to acceptance under normal T&Cs) Employee insurance requirement, when required, and therefore possession of a valid passport is essential