Project Engineer - Hartlepool

Project Engineer
Location: Hartlepool
Employment Type: Permanent opportunities
Recruiting Partner: Morson Talent

Morson Talent is proud to be partnering with a leading organisation in the UK nuclear sector, currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to support critical operations at a high-profile nuclear site in the North East.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven engineering professional to be part of a forward-thinking, safety-first team delivering high-value engineering projects in a regulated and technically complex environment.

The Opportunity
As Project Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of engineering works - supporting the Project and Construction Managers from assignment through to close-out. You’ll be working across a variety of workstreams, liaising closely with key stakeholders to ensure safety, quality, and performance standards are upheld at every stage.

This position will be predominantly site-based, with some flexibility for hybrid working depending on operational requirements. Occasional travel to other UK locations may be required.

What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting the management of allocated project work from initiation through to completion

Delivering projects in line with agreed timescales, budgets and safety/environmental standards

Producing and maintaining engineering documentation such as technical specifications, quality plans and contractor deliverables

Conducting feasibility studies, site surveys, and stakeholder consultations

Managing technical queries and ensuring compliance with relevant procedures, policies and regulations

Supporting contractor selection and technical reviews of documentation and design

Engaging with station engineering teams to support integration of project work

What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to speak with candidates who bring strong experience in project engineering within highly regulated environments - nuclear, defence, or similar sectors.

You should have:

Degree or HND in a relevant engineering discipline (Chartered Engineer status preferred)

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification

APMP or equivalent formal project management qualification (desirable)

A deep understanding of safety, environmental and quality assurance standards

Exceptional organisational and communication skills with a proactive, team-oriented approach

Why Apply?
Working with Morson means being supported at every stage of your career journey. This role offers:

Competitive remuneration

Access to free single medical cover and digital GP services

Enhanced family-friendly benefits including parental leave

Support with professional development and membership fees

Paid volunteering days and matched charity fundraising through our Morson Cares programme

If you’re ready to step into a key engineering role supporting one of the UK’s most vital energy sectors, we want to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch with our dedicated recruitment team at Morson Talent to discuss this role in more detail.