Lead Project Engineer

Lead Project Engineer required a global Engineering & Manufacturing company, offering 75 years of experience as the supplier of choice to Oil and Gas, Rail, Mining and Energy industries.

This organisation design and manufacture innovative technologies for Electrical infrastructures and are actively searching for an experience Lead Project Engineer to join their 2,000 plus global workforce.

The successful Lead Project Engineer will be easily able to commute to BRADFORD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Keighley, Pudsey, Halifax, Brighouse and Shipley.

Key Responsibilities of the Lead Project Engineer will include:

Carry out detailed contract reviews and collaborate with Project Manager, Commercial, Estimating, and Procurement teams to ensure both technical and commercial requirements are fully understood and achievable.
Lead comprehensive reviews of 3rd party supplier packages with Procurement, identifying risks, resolving issues, and ensuring full alignment with client specifications.
Participate in and contribute to all design stages (initial, interim, final), taking responsibility for the technical delivery and integration of 3rd party packages.
Develop and coordinate engineering execution plans with suppliers and internal teams, ensuring seamless integration with wider project elements.
Manage procurement activities by ensuring all packages and supporting documentation are complete, accurate, and issued on time in line with purchase order requirements.
Control and verify all technical documentation (incoming and outgoing), ensuring accuracy, compliance with client standards, and timely submission to stakeholders.
Provide ongoing technical, commercial, and coordination support to project teams, including stakeholder liaison, planning, prioritisation, and oversight of integrated design activities.
Ensure supplier performance and compliance through regular meetings, inspections, FAT/SAT, and site visits, while supporting bid activities, supply chain development, training, and continuous improvement across the business.
For the Lead Project Engineer role, we are keen to receive CV's from candidates with:

A strong technical background combined with commercial awareness, alongside the ability to lead multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence to engage effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
A firm commitment to safety, quality, and duty of care in all aspects of project delivery.
A proactive, results-driven mindset with resilience under pressure and a strong customer-focused approach.
The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team while embracing change and driving continuous improvement.
Salary & Benefits:

£60,000 to £65,000 + 15% bonus
Attractive Pension
33 Days annual leave
Healthcare
Life assurance
Cycle to work scheme
Monday to Friday 8am - 4pmTo apply for the Lead Project Engineer role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed