Project Engineer Mechanical
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£450 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
Ipswich (IP1)
Summary: The role of Mechanical Project Engineer involves working on a significant substation project in Ipswich, Suffolk, for a duration of 1 to 2 years. The position requires a strong mechanical engineering background and experience in substation projects, with responsibilities including coordinating engineering activities and ensuring project specifications are met. The contract offers a competitive daily rate and is classified as outside IR35. The planned start date for this role is July/August 2026.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support delivery of substation installation and upgrade works
- Review engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Liaise with clients, site teams, and subcontractors
- Ensure works are completed in line with programme and specifications
- Assist with planning, reporting, and project coordination
- Maintain high safety and quality standards throughout delivery
Key Skills:
- Proven experience working as a Project Engineer within the utilities, power, or energy sector
- Strong mechanical engineering background
- Previous experience working on substation projects is essential
- Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site activities
- Strong understanding of HSE and quality standards
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Salary (Rate): £450 per day
City: Ipswich
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Engineering
Mechanical Project Engineer to work on a large substation project for the next 1 – 2 years in Ipswich, Suffolk
Paying £425 – 450 a day + Outside IR35 + Site/ Home working + Long Term
We are currently looking for an experienced Project Engineer with a strong mechanical background to support a major substation project based in Ipswich.
This is a long-term contract opportunity offering over 1 – 2 years of work, with a planned start date in July/August 2026.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering substation works, coordinating engineering activities, supporting site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience working as a Project Engineer within the utilities, power, or energy sector
- Strong mechanical engineering background
- Previous experience working on substation projects is essential
- Ability to coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site activities
- Strong understanding of HSE and quality standards
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
Responsibilities
- Support delivery of substation installation and upgrade works
- Review engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Liaise with clients, site teams, and subcontractors
- Ensure works are completed in line with programme and specifications
- Assist with planning, reporting, and project coordination
- Maintain high safety and quality standards throughout delivery
Contract Details
Location: Ipswich
Start Date: July / August 2026
Duration: 12+ months
Rate: £400 – £450 per day
Contract: Outside IR35
Please ring Ollie at HP4 Recruitment or send your CV on the details listed.