Project Engineering Manager

Summary

We are seeking a Project Engineer to lead and deliver engineering projects across the site, including R&D. The role involves modernising plant infrastructure, ensuring compliance with COMAH and ATEX regulations, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives at a 30‑year‑old chemical manufacturing site.

• Manage engineering projects from concept through to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and budget control.
• Deliver upgrades and modifications to plant equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with COMAH and ATEX requirements in all project work.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance and HSEQ teams to deliver safe and efficient solutions.
• Provide technical input into risk assessments, safety studies and regulatory submissions.
• Drive innovation and reliability improvements across the site.
• Communicate purpose and technical solutions for projects in an easy way to non‑technical people.

• Degree‑qualified in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or related discipline).
• Proven experience in project engineering within chemical, petrochemical or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of COMAH regulations and ATEX requirements.
• Excellent project management skills with ability to deliver complex projects safely, on time, within scope and cost.
• Strong, clear communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on technically challenging projects in a regulated environment.
• Career development within a long‑established chemical manufacturing site.
• A culture that prioritises safety, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Global opportunities across 41 factory sites worldwide.

Company:
Jotun Paints (Europe) Ltd
Contract type:
Regular
Time type:
Full time
Closing date: 31.07.2026

Jotun is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes and values differences in people. We are committed to promoting equality and zero‑tolerance for discrimination.