
     
 
 
 
 
Project Engineer – Job Description 
 
(Job Code and Level: EPRG003) 
 
 
Definition: 
 
Programmes  is  defined  as:    Co-ordinating  and  controlling  projects  from 
concept  to  post  production  launch  of  new  and  modified  components  and 
vehicles ensuring delivery to timing deadlines, cost and quality. 
 
Overall Purpose of the Role: 
 
Responsible  for  coordinating  all  project  elements  including  engineering 
design, quality planning, manufacturing, installation, commissioning and final 
buy-off phases as well as ensuring the project remains within budget in order 
to meet the requirements of the customer’s needs. Work on many phases or 
sub-tasks of projects or entire projects of moderate complexity, with results 
impacting on project completion. Work under general supervision, reviewed at 
project milestones and/or on completion by Senior Management.  
 
May  have  Project  Engineers  within  each  specific  function  e.g.  Design 
Engineering,  Production  Engineering  responsible  for  ensuring  their  area’s 
delivery within a project or programme. 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
General and Task Management 
  Coordinate  all  project  elements  including  engineering  design,  quality 
planning,  manufacturing,  installation,  commissioning  and  final  buy-off 
phases  
  Manage the project within budget 
  Plan project  requirements  and  resources, including  the  sourcing of sub-
contract elements, etc. 
  React promptly and effectively to changing client and product needs 
  Anticipate  any  potential  project  risks,  identifying  and  establishing 
corrective actions 
  Produce  deliverables  on-time  to  customer  requirements,  clarifying  these 
requirements where necessary 
  Define the customer specification into either a departmental action or sub-
contractor order