About this role
Seeking an Project Engineer to come join our team in Broughton supporting a large‑scale manufacturing systems improvement programme involving SCADA upgrades, factory process optimisation, and LBIP‑aligned methodology. The work spans both remote engineering activity and onsite support within a high‑integrity production environment.
Location: BroughtonOn Site: Fully onsiteClearance: ClearableExperience Level: Junior - Mid Key Responsibilities:
Engage with operational teams to understand SCADA and process requirementsReview documentation, archive system information, and define upgrade needsWrite specifications for IT‑related components, tooling, and jigsManage suppliers: raise POs, track progress, oversee technical deliverablesSupport commissioning and troubleshooting activities within factory environmentsCoordinate project actions, chase updates, and ensure corrective work is completedContribute to LBIP methodology and continuous improvement initiatives Required Skills:
SCADA systems experience — proven hands‑on work with industrial control or automation systemsManufacturing or industrial environment background — experience working within factory, production, or high‑integrity operational settingsTechnical specification writing — ability to produce clear, structured specs for tooling, jigs, IT components, or system changesSupplier coordination — raising POs, managing deliverables, and overseeing external technical workDocumentation review — confident analysing existing system documentation, archives, and process materialsCommissioning support capability — able to work onsite to troubleshoot issues, validate fixes, and support deploymentProject coordination skills — action tracking, stakeholder alignment, and driving tasks to completionStrong communication with operational teams — able to gather requirements directly from factory personnel and translate them into technical outputsRequired Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.Desirable Skills:
Industrial IT knowledge — understanding networks, servers, interfaces, and system architectureLBIP or structured methodology familiarity — experience with lean‑based or structured improvement approachesAutomation or controls background — exposure to PLCs, HMIs, or related systemsProcess optimisation experience — ability to identify inefficiencies and propose improvementsStakeholder management — confident engaging with operations, engineering, and suppliersProblem‑solving mindset — proactive, practical, and able to drive issues to closure Why join us?
We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
In short you get:
A personalised career path and a rewarding management style A huge diversity of engineering projects and industriesPrivate Medical InsuranceCycle & Tech Scheme Employee assistance programmeLife insurance & Pension SchemeSocial atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildingsFlexible way of working (role dependent)We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.
ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.