Project Engineer – Heavy Lift and Transport Operations

Location Options:

Greater Bristol
Newcastle
Nottinghamshire

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 per week (additional hours may apply, with uplift and overtime rates)

Salary: £50,000 – £70,000, plus a 15% bonus (up to £10,500), paid quarterly

Join Our Engineering Team

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role focuses on the engineering and planning of heavy lift and transportation projects. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in hydraulic gantry installations, crane lifting projects, and transportation solutions including SPMT and modular conventional transports.

Key Benefits

Competitive salary: £50,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
Performance-related bonus: up to 15% ($10,500), paid quarterly, consistently achieved in recent periods
25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
Private medical insurance & income protection
Hybrid working model:
First 3 months primarily office and site-based for onboarding and team integration
Post-onboarding: flexibility to work remotely where project scope allows
Company laptop and phone provided
Career development supported via a structured internal success framework
Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme

About the Role

Core Responsibilities:

Engineering Solutions Development: Produce technical solutions, designs, and engineering for onsite lifting operations, transportation, load-outs, and marine transportations.
Project Leadership: Serve as a key point of contact for customers and site operation teams, ensuring high levels of service and technical guidance.
Documentation and Compliance: Develop and maintain critical engineering documents such as drawings, calculations, and risk assessments with a focus on safety and quality.
Site Operations Support: Conduct site visits, assess requirements, participate in operations, and provide on-site leadership to ensure efficient and safe project execution.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

Essential:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline, or significant industry experience.
Strong experience in managing large-scale construction projects and heavy lift transport.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships effectively.
Valid UK driving license and right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

Master’s degree in an Engineering-related discipline.
Certifications such as IOSH Managing Safely or CSCS Appointed Person.
Experience with advanced lifting operations and transportation configurations.

Location:

Office locations are in Greater Bristol (North Somerset), Newcastle (North-East), and Nottinghamshire. Choose the closest location.
with required travel to various project sites as needed, including potential international travel.

How to Apply

To express your interest in this position, please send your CV to Harry.wynnsands@mde-group.com, or apply via the link provided. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we’d be happy to support you.

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