Project Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 1, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 29, 2026. Huntsman scores B on the Alion truth index.
Job Description:
Role Overview:
We are looking for a Project Engineer to join our Engineering & Maintenance team at our Duxford site within Huntsman Advanced Materials.
This is an opportunity to play an important role in delivering the site’s engineering project requirements, supporting Process Safety Management, regulatory compliance and the Corporate CAPEX programme. You will work closely with the Process Safety & Engineering Manager and the wider Site Engineering, Maintenance and Project teams to support investment, improvement and engineering activities across the facility.
We are looking for someone who combines strong engineering knowledge with practical project experience, a focus on safety and continuous improvement, and the ability to work collaboratively across different teams.
Do you think you’re the right fit for this opportunity? Apply today!
Role Responsibilities:
As a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for:
- Delivering and supporting CAPEX and site improvement projects from planning through to implementation.
- Ensuring projects meet EHS, Process Safety, regulatory and engineering standards.
- Supporting engineering standards, preventive maintenance and continuous improvement activities.
- Improving site reliability, stability and production capability.
- Preparing project plans, costs and documentation required for approvals.
- Maintaining site drawings and technical information.
- Working closely with Engineering, Maintenance and site teams to deliver projects safely, on time and to required standards.
Experience and Competencies:
What we are looking for:
- Degree, HND or HNC in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Chemical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
- Significant experience within an engineering function.
- Experience supporting projects and delivering engineering improvements.
- Understanding of regulatory and statutory engineering requirements.
- Experience with LEAN manufacturing and tools such as VSM, SMED or Kaizen.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.
- Collaborative approach with strong communication and influencing skills.
What We Offer:
We want our people to feel supported both professionally and personally. At our Duxford site, our benefits package includes:
- A competitive salary, and guaranteed annual payment of 4% paid annually in November (pro-rata for completed months worked in first year)
- Opportunity to participate in Corporate incentive bonus scheme after qualifying period (subject to business and personal performance)
- A pension contribution of up to 12%, where employee contributes 5% (other percentage options available)
- Private medical insurance and an Employee Assistance Programme.
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, an additional birthday day off, and long-service leave.
- Enhanced family-friendly benefits, including maternity, adoption, and paternity support.
- Access to Cycle to Work and discounted gym membership schemes.
- Company-funded training and development opportunities to support your career growth.
- Access to over 10,000 online learning courses.
- Free onsite parking
- A collaborative and inclusive culture where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are valued every day
What next?
If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.
About Us:
At Huntsman, we pride ourselves on being a people-oriented organization.
Our family-like atmosphere is cultivated by our diverse groups of team members around the world.
We welcome the talent, experience and fresh ideas that employees at all stages of their careers, from interns to seasoned professionals, bring to Huntsman.
In return, we offer you the opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic, industry-leading company, where safety and ethics always come first.
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