Project Engineer

Position: Project Engineer

Location: South Shields

Type: Permanent

Salary: £36-40K

Ref: 2094/33

HSB Technical Ltd is a specialist recruiter within the Power & Propulsion, Shipbuilding, Shipping & Energy. We have a number of permanent and contract vacancies for multiple businesses across the UK and overseas.

The below job description will outline this position of: Project Engineer

Typically, this role supports the planning and delivery of engineering projects for a busy marine client, focusing on technical coordination with internal teams, OEMs, contractors, and MOD stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring strong project engineering skills, experience in marine, mechanical, or electrical systems, and a solid understanding of naval operations and standards.

HSB Technical’s client is an established and well-regarded business entity.

The below job description will outline this position of Project Engineer

• Define and prioritise technical scopes in collaboration with suppliers, OEMs, and customers.


• Manage onboard engineering upgrades and modifications.


• Lead technical planning to ensure clear, achievable specs and goals.


• Oversee contractor and OEM work, both on-site and remotely.


• Coordinate with MOD to ensure compliance with defence standards.


• Drive projects from request to completion, meeting all technical goals.


• Contribute to the creation of detailed work packages.


• Track progress, resolve issues, and enforce safety and quality standards.


• Maintain technical records and support regular project reporting.


• Assist with cost/resource estimates, change management, and improvements.


• Represent engineering at client meetings..


• Support clients in resolving issues to protect vessel readiness and availability.

Qualifications and requirement for the Project Engineer:

• HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Marine, Electrical Engineering, or similar.


• This would suit someone who has experience with Royal Navy, RFA or MOD.


• Project engineering experience, ideally in defence or marine.


• Strong problem-solving and hands-on engineering knowledge.


• Able to manage multiple tasks and engage with varied stakeholders.


• Understanding of project lifecycles, maintenance, and OEM coordination.


• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams).

This vacancy is being advertised by HSB Technical who have been appointed to act as the recruitment consultancy for this role.