Job Description
Job Title: Junior Package Engineer (Oil & Gas)
Location: London (Hybrid minimum 2 days per week in office)
Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)
Start Date: Immediate
Position Summary
A fantastic opportunity is available for a Junior Package Engineer to support offshore oil and gas projects, including FPSO and topside developments. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who is looking to build hands-on experience across package engineering, vendor coordination, and project delivery.
You will work closely with experienced engineers and project managers, gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle from design support through to procurement, inspection, and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
Project and Package Support
- Review vendor documentation and ensure alignment with project requirements
- Assist with equipment expediting to support delivery schedules
- Provide general project and administrative support across engineering packages
- Prepare and maintain progress reports and project updates
- Support the Project Manager with day-to-day coordination activities
Engineering and Technical Coordination
- Assist in the development and review of technical specifications, datasheets, and equipment requisitions
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integration of equipment packages
- Support vendor selection processes, including technical bid evaluations
- Review vendor drawings, calculations, and technical documentation
Quality, Compliance and Delivery
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as API, ASME, and ISO
- Attend inspections and support testing activities where required
- Monitor engineering progress to meet project timelines
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and HAZOP activities
- Provide support during fabrication, installation, and commissioning phases
Requirements
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
- 1 to 5 years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, or energy projects
- Exposure to package engineering or equipment coordination
- Basic knowledge of rotating and static equipment
- Familiarity with international standards (API, ASME, ISO) is desirable
- Strong organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment
