Project Engineer

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: Shrewsbury, UK

Contract: 12-month initial contract

Rate: £26.52per hour

Hours: 08:00-16:45 Mon-Thurs, 08:00-12:30 Fri

Start Date: As soon as possible

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join our client on their Defense engineering team in Shrewsbury. This is a key role focusing on the verification and validation of powertrain products for the defence land systems segment.

This position offers a notable amount of variety in day-to-day tasks and provides access to the full vehicle-level applications engineer function from a military vehicle perspective. You will integrate into a dynamic team, supporting current projects and performing on key deliverables.

What You Will Do:

As a Project Engineer, you will be integral to the team's success by:

• Creating detailed test plans (DVP&R) to validate powertrain components and assemblies

• Conducting rig and dyno tests, performing data analysis, and producing comprehensive technical reports

• Supporting international customers with the integration of engine solutions into their vehicle platforms, from providing initial technical data through to application sign-off

• Supporting the engineering team to compile Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) documentation to meet customer aftermarket needs

• Presenting technical findings to stakeholders, customers, and suppliers.

What You Will Bring:

• An accredited engineering degree (2:2 or above) or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience in a similar technical role, ideally with engine, transmission, or driveline development experience.

• Proven experience in product testing of either components or complete assemblies.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities on complex products or systems.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work with diverse groups.

• A proven ability to deliver work according to clearly defined plans within tight timescales.

• Willingness to travel to customer and supplier locations when required.

• 5+ years of relevant industry experience is highly desirable.

• Direct experience supporting customers with the installation and sign-off of products in their application.

• Experience with military vehicles is a significant advantage.

• Knowledge of CANape software would be beneficial.

If you are a proactive and technically skilled engineer looking for a challenging and varied role in the defence sector, apply today.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.