Job Description

ROLE – Project Engineer

SALARY - £26,000-£35,000 - Dependent on experience  

TYPE – Full-time

LOCATION – Cornwall

My client designs, builds and operates wind farm and Solar PV projects throughout the United Kingdom. They are looking for a Project Engineer to join their team in the Cornwall area on a full-time contract basis.

The Project Engineer will ideally have the following attributes:

Highly proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Vehicle Tracking software
Basic knowledge of onshore wind development and construction processes
Methodical, accurate and detail focused approach to work
Awareness and understanding of CDM regulations
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise and manage a demanding workload
Able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team
Flexible to travel to sites throughout the UK
Strong technical and problem-solving abilities
Experience with project cost estimation and tracking would be advantageous
Civil3D and Infraworks proficiency would be beneficial
Knowledge of transport and construction methods relating to onshore wind projects would be advantageous
Familiarity with wind farm BoP (Balance of Plant) and TSA (Turbine Supply Agreement) contracts would be beneficial
Surveying and setting out experience would be advantageous

The Project Engineer role will involve:

Producing optimised wind farm site layout drawings, access modifications, swept path analysis, and legal and planning drawings
Estimating and tracking project costs with a focus on reducing costs through design improvements
Supporting projects through development, construction and operational phases
Assisting with projects under development and construction while maintaining high Health, Safety and Quality standards
Identifying and reducing project risks through design to ensure practical and financial feasibility
Providing technical input to early-stage and pre-planning projects
Procuring and coordinating third-party technical services
Supporting the wider improvement and development of design processes and procedures
Collaborating with internal teams to ensure the smooth delivery of projects
Maintaining technical documentation and project records

If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible.