Project Engineer (Digital)

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

Urenco Group’s global project portfolio exceeds €100 million annual CAPEX. Group selected projects ranging from €50 million with major projects in excess of €500 million.

We’re looking for a Project Engineer with a digital engineering / BIM / Product Information Management background to be based at our Almelo site. The purpose of this role is to manage all of the requirements and technical activities for a given project or project scope which are categorised as highly complex or of significant value to Urenco, aiming at assuring project accuracy, quality and cost control from conception to completion.
The Digital Project Engineer may be assigned to one project, or a number of projects of strategic importance.

The remit of the role stretches through supplier selection and evaluation and quality review/management, to direct delivery of engineering/design scope for selected projects.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what were looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:

• Ensures design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements, and related specifications and legislation
• Coordinate activities concerned with technical developments, scheduling and resolving engineering design and test problems
• Controls expenditures within limitations of project budget
• Approves supplier/subcontractor documentation on behalf of the Project Manager
• Prepare basis of estimates for changes and work as part of the project team to ensure that these are coordinated and delivered on time
• Ensures timely reports are made to the Project Manager regarding engineering progress, manpower requirements or concerns
• Ensures co-ordination between all aspects of engineering, design work construction and manufacturing for delivery on site
• Ensures that design and construction reviews, are carried out in accordance with Urenco and customer procedures
• Work in conjunction with the Project Engineering Manager and Construction Manager to ensure adequate resources, in terms of quality and quantity are available to ensure efficient and timely execution of construction activities in line with the schedule
• Ensure that the technical team and any 3rd party technical contractors adhere to the overall project quality plan provided by the project manager throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure that identified contractors are suitably pre-qualified/ assured for the delivery of the project or contract
• Ensure that the technical team and any 3rd party technical contractors are suitably qualified and experienced for the designated task or role.
• Delivery of engineering/design scope to meet project safety, cost, schedule and business benefits objectives and evaluate design changes, specifications and drawing releases


What do you need to thrive in this role

• Educated to Degree level a relevant discipline or equivalent experience in BIM / product information management.
• Significant experience working across full design project lifecycles
• Prior Project Engineer and process engineering experience
• Experience working within of multi-discipline teams in
• Demonstrable success in Project Engineer experience
• Proven leadership experience and ability to work with minimum supervision
• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing cost predictability
• Experience of and be skilled in managing ambiguity and deliver plan to meet the project requirements
• Experience of managing contractual relationships including the provision of free-issue materials, technology or IP and will be able to demonstrate a proven track record in managing suppliers to deliver within this context
• Demonstrable ability to work within teams of highly performing professionals, accountable for delivery of the project
• knowledge of leading project management techniques
• Skilled in implementing the engineering/design strategy and deliver against appropriate objectives with minimal supervision
• Conversant in business English

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:


What We Offer You

• Challenging Role with Career Growth:
Take on an exciting role with great opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Competitive Salary:
We offering you a competitive salary which is based on experience.
• Work-Life Balance:
Flexible hours, hybrid working options, and 38.5 days of annual leave (full-time).
• Attractive Benefits Package:
Includes 8% holiday pay, 4% mid-year bonus, 3% year-end bonus, performance-based bonus, and contribution to collective health insurance.
• Sustainability Commitment:
Working towards CO2-neutrality by 2040, with opportunities to contribute ideas.
• Social Activities:
Fun outings and events organised by our staff association to build community.
• Volunteering Opportunities:
Engage in meaningful volunteer work to make a positive impact.
• Focus on Well-being:
Initiatives to promote a healthy lifestyle, balance, and job satisfaction to help you become a KERNgezonde version of yourself.


Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce
As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.