Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer - Kuwait - Emerging Technology - Defence - Maritime - 2 Stage Interview Process -Global IT systems - Inclusive Package £100,000+ - Expat or relocator - 1-3 year FTC

Yolk Recruitment are currently working closely with a Global Leader within the Maritime sector who are looking to hire a Senior Project Engineer for an exciting project based in Kuwait

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for executing, managing, and coordinating a wide range of engineering projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have an extensive background in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering and will be expected to integrate their knowledge across multiple disciplines. This position requires strong project management skills, technical expertise, and the ability to collaborate with various stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and team members.

This is a FTC for 1-3 years.

Responsibilities

Project Co-ordination:

• End-to-end execution of multidisciplinary engineering projects, ensuring compliance with project goals and timelines.
• Support and prepare the planning, scheduling, and budgeting for assigned engineering activities.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to manage resources effectively and resolve conflicts.
• Conduct regular technical reviews and report on progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance across civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering domains, ensuring alignment with project specifications and standards.
• Oversee the design, development, and implementation of project plans and engineering solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for projects, identifying potential obstacles and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Create, review and approve technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, specifications and bills of material and tooling.

Coordination:

• Ensure seamless integration between civil, mechanical, and electrical systems in project designs.
• Collaborate with other engineering teams to coordinate interfaces between structural, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, sensors and IT infra-structure components.
• Oversee the work of contractors and subcontractors, ensuring all engineering disciplines work cohesively and compliantly.
• Resolve design or technical issues related to the interaction of various engineering systems within the project.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure that all engineering deliverables meet local industry standards, regulatory requirements and design codes (as applicable), and quality benchmarks.
• Conduct on-site surveys and inspections to ensure compliance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Manage project documentation, ensuring it complies with local, legal and regulatory regulations and standards.
• Implement quality control procedures and oversee commissioning and final sign-off processes.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• The role requires both office work with frequent field / site / client visits. Travel may be required within the country of assignment.
• Fieldwork may involve exposure to varying weather conditions and the physical demands of on-site project inspections.

Requirements

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) qualified (desirable).

Experience:

• 6-10 years of experience in a project engineering leadership position, with significant experience in civil, mechanical, and electrical systems design, integration, commissioning and validation.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering multidisciplinary projects on time and within budget.
• Experience in both design and in-field operations and maintenance.

Technical Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering principles.
• Proficiency in using project management software such as MS Project or similar tools.
• Familiarity with CAD, CAE software (such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks etc.), and other relevant engineering tools.
• Strong understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Experienced with RF propagation simulation tools and in-field RF testing (RF performance, RFI etc.) would be desirable.
• Design and integration of C2, C4 equipment and systems.