Project Engineer

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join a leading engineering organisation specialising in high-performance rail and transport systems.

Based in Gateshead, this full-time permanent role offers the chance to work on technically complex, safety-critical projects that make a real-world impact.

As a Project Engineer, Based in Gateshead, you will contribute to the delivery of innovative transport-sector projects - on time, on budget, and to specification.

You'll act as the engineering lead across a range of programmes, supporting design, development, testing, and compliance while collaborating closely with customers and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver end-to-end technical project solutions within a multi-disciplined engineering team


• Work across design, development, build, test, and verification phases


• Monitor schedules, milestones, and technical deliverables


• Act as a key technical interface with customers and suppliers


• Create and maintain high-quality documentation in line with contractual and regulatory requirements


• Mentor junior engineers and support peer review activities


• Champion best practices and ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations

Key Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Experience working within a technical or engineering organisation


• Skilled in requirements management, document control, and technical documentation


• Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management experience


• Knowledge of engineering project delivery methods


• Understanding of test requirements and industry technical standards


• Exposure to specifications, CDRLs, and contract documentation


• HND or Degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience

Desirable:

• Experience with video surveillance or software-based systems


• Knowledge of IP-based systems and networking


• Transport sector project delivery experience (rail, aerospace, etc.)


• Familiarity with professional engineering institutions (e.G.
  
  IET, IMechE)


• Understanding of embedded or real-time system delivery

Why Join my client? You will

• Be part of a dynamic, growing organisation with a focus on innovation and safety


• Contribute to exciting, high-impact rail and transport projects


• Have the chance to be part of a supportive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and mentorship


• Benefit from hybrid working (office-based in Gateshead with occasional travel)


• Receive a competitive salary and benefits

To find out more about the role of Project Engineer, based in Gateshead, please contact Rachael Dent on 01582 878847 or email your CV to rdent@redlinegroup.Com.