Project Engineer

Title: Project Engineer
Location: Oxford
Hours: 8.30am – 5pm (Mon/Fri), on site

We’re looking for a Project Engineer to join our team and support a range of exciting projects involving composite materials. In this role, you’ll assist with design work, and day-to-day project activities, helping to take projects from the early enquiry stage through to delivery. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and project managers, gaining hands-on experience while learning and growing in a supportive environment.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Project Engineer:
• Support the design and FEA work for both prototype and production projects.
• Create and review technical drawings.
• Assist in carrying out material testing and compiling test reports.
• Contribute to the engineering side of projects by helping with calculations, design checks, and documentation.
• Learn how to manage customer requirements and help ensure technical details are delivered on time and accurately.
• Help keep project information updated in the ERP system and assist with general project admin tasks.

What We’re Looking For in the Project Engineer:
• A Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering.
• Around 1–2 years of experience in design.
• A good communicator who can work well with colleagues across different teams.
• Organised, responsible, and willing to take initiative.
• Interest or experience in aerospace is a bonus but not essential.

If you are interested in this exciting Project Engineer opportunity, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with Jemma Bradshaw at Orion