Project Engineer
Matchtech · Peterborough, England ·
5 per annumPeterborough, England Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below. Permanent Project EngineerPeterborough | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsA leading engineering and technology organisation operating within highly regulated and safety-critical industries is seeking a Project Engineer to join its growing product development team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced communications and electronic systems used by customers across aviation, defence, transportation and critical infrastructure sectors worldwide. You will play a key role in coordinating development activities, supporting project delivery, and ensuring the successful progression of innovative products from concept through to introduction into service.
The organisation has a long-established reputation for technical excellence, innovation, and investment in its people, offering outstanding career development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies.
The RoleAs a Project Engineer, you will coordinate and organise engineering development activities, working closely with technical specialists, project leads, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex internal development projects.
You will support project planning, scheduling, risk management, resource coordination, and technical reporting, helping ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards. Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate and support internal engineering development projectsMaintain and update key project documentation including quality plans, release plans and statements of workSupport project planning and scheduling activities alongside technical and project leadership teamsIdentify and coordinate project resource requirementsTrack project progress and ensure development activities remain aligned to agreed roadmapsMonitor risks, issues and mitigation activities, escalating concerns where requiredLiaise with technical authorities and engineering teams to provide accurate project status reportingSupport the generation and management of project requirementsCoordinate procurement and availability of development equipment, prototypes and engineering materialsManage ordering and delivery of prototype hardware and associated project itemsOrganise and facilitate technical and project review meetingsDrive delivery of project milestones and roadmap activitiesSupport engineering resource planning and departmental improvement initiativesManage one or more concurrent engineering development projectsContribute to continuous improvement activities across the engineering functionWhat We're Looking ForApplicants should ideally hold a degree in Engineering, Electronics, Communications, Software, or a related technical discipline, together with experience working within a product development environment.
Essential / Desirable ExperienceProject coordination or engineering project support experienceProduct development lifecycle knowledgeEngineering design and development environmentsProject planning, scheduling and progress trackingRisk identification and mitigation activitiesTechnical documentation and reportingStakeholder management and cross-functional collaborationWorking within safety-critical or highly regulated industriesAdvantageous Technical ExperienceExperience or exposure to one or more of the following areas would be beneficial: Communications systems and modulation techniquesElectronic circuit design and developmentAnalogue, digital and RF electronicsEmbedded software and firmware developmentFPGA technologiesSoftware development methodologiesProgramming languages such as C, C++, C#, Python, JavaScript or HTMLDigital Signal Processing (DSP)Network technologies and communication protocolsCAD design of mechanical components and assembliesProduct introduction into manufacturing environmentsPersonal AttributesStrong organisational and planning skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesCommercial awareness and customer focusPositive and adaptable approach to changing prioritiesProactive problem-solving mindsetAbility to work independently and drive activities forwardStrong teamwork and collaboration skillsCommitment to quality, continuous improvement and professional developmentPackage & BenefitsCompetitive salaryFlexible working hours with core hours25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysEnhanced pension contribution schemePrivate healthcareLife assuranceHoliday buy and sell schemeFlexible leave optionsLong-service and retirement recognition awardsEmployee assistance and wellbeing programmeCycle to work schemeSubsidised on-site facilitiesFree parkingOngoing training and continuous learning supportProfessional development opportunitiesAdditional InformationPermanent positionFull-time (37.5 hours per week)Office-based role with flexibility where appropriateCandidates must be eligible to work in the UKDue to the nature of the work, successful applicants may be required to undergo security screeningEquivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications where appropriateTo apply or learn more, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
We are acting as a recruitment partner on behalf of our client. Due to the confidential nature of this assignment, further details regarding the organisation and products will be provided during the application process.