Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer

Ware, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

Wood Process & Energy is recruiting for a Senior Project Engineer to support the delivery of engineering capital projects based at our client site in Ware, England
 
This is a site-based, permanent staff position working at the clients’ operating facility.
 
The Ware Global Supply Chain site manufactures and supplies oral solid dose tablets (for HIV and oncology) and respiratory devices (for asthma and COPD) to over 140 countries, as well as to patients participating in clinical trials, playing a key role in new product introduction. The Ware site is located less than a mile from the station, with regular rail links through to London Liverpool Street, taking around 45 minutes.

Responsibilities

The Role
Our Senior Project Engineers work closely with the client to deliver capital projects from concept to completion. This role works closely with a multi-disciplined engineering team consisting of both Wood and client engineers alongside external designers, equipment vendors, and skilled contractors. The role will require you to be flexible in your day-to-day activities.
The portfolio of projects encompasses infrastructure enhancements and replacements, building upgrades and new production lines.
 
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
The responsibilities for this role can vary considerably depending on the scope and size of the project.
 
Below is the list of the core responsibilities for this role for which prior experience is essential.

Application of Wood and client health and safety standards within the working environment and design process
Ability to maintain safe working practices through all stages of a project with a focus on the assessment and mitigation of safety issues through design
Working in/leading multi-discipline teams delivering work packages in accordance with the requirements of quality and environmental management systems qualified to ISO standards
Application of pressure systems and ability to assist client when required
Be able to manage work scope and interfaces between all engineering disciplines to ensure the successful delivery of assigned work packages
Ability to review vendor documents and identify any problem areas
Evidence of experience of management of change
Active management of plant changes in a controlled and safe way
Understanding of what GMP, GDP and ALCOA are
Monitoring and reviewing engineering progress with Project Services and Engineering disciplines
Ability to be a focal point for assigned projects, managing issues that require expediting or resolution
Experience organising, attending, and preparing reports

 
Join a culture of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.
What we can offer 

Join an experienced team who take pride in supporting each other and sharing knowledge and experience across engineering disciplines
Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across Life Science sectors
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

Qualifications

At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all the talent that is out there.  We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences.
Who we are looking for:

Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline 
Experience in engineering delivery design/operation of black utility systems e.g. plant steam, effluent drainage etc.
Integration of design schedule to procurement and/or fabrication schedules
Preparing and checking scope of work specifications, project procedures and project reports
Ability to take on tasks delegated by Project Manager or Engineering Manager
Ability to produce detailed execution plans
Preparing projects budgets, controlling costs during delivery and providing detail forecasts for presentation to internal and external stakeholders
Forecast manning level to support the contract portfolio
Prepare procurement strategies and continual engagement with suppliers and sub-contractors
Assisting with responses to site queries from the ‘business as usual’ team
Able to engage with multiple engineering disciplines
Demonstrable experience of delivery through full project and validation life cycle; URS, DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ and handover to production
Leading multi-discipline teams

 
If you meet some but not all the criteria listed, please apply as training can be provided to support you in the role.

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.