Project Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

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Project Engineer - Anaerobic Digestion



£45,000 - £55,000 + Benefits



Peterborough, Cambridgeshire



Alecto Recruitment is partnering with a market-leading Owner-Operator of a portfolio of Biogas facilities and requires a Project Engineer to carry out technical feasibility studies and provide support across project phases, including construction and procurement on their ongoing projects.



Role and Responsibilities:



Lead the technical interface for FEED engineering and design subcontractors (Architectural, Civil, Process, Mechanical, Electrical).

Develop, own, and continuously improve design specifications and standards.

Support development and operations teams with site layouts, grid connections, and technical integration of new assets.

Lead technical improvements and expansion projects (e.g. CO₂ capture, capacity upgrades, equipment overhauls).

Maintain and optimise project models/business cases, including economic analysis of design choices.

Represent the project owner in design reviews (HAZID, HAZOP, DSEAR, SIL).

Support programme development, scheduling, and supplier coordination.

Identify, prioritise, and mitigate technical and project risks.

Report regularly on progress and performance, promoting a culture of excellence, safety, and on-time delivery.



Your Skills & Experience:



Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

5+ years' experience in process or project engineering roles.

Strong knowledge across the full project lifecycle (EPC & commissioning).

Solid understanding of process, mechanical, and control systems engineering.

Effective communicator with proven leadership and accountability.

Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality.

Technically agile with the ability to learn and apply new technologies quickly.



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