Electrical Project Engineer

Electrical Project Engineer (Fire Detection & Alarm System project) / 6 months / Outside IR35 / Pharma Location: Newcastle Contract: 6 months Industry: Pharmaceutical / GMP Manufacturing The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to lead the replacement of a 30-year-old fire detection and alarm system across a GMP manufacturing facility. This is a project-focused role covering scope development, tendering, vendor selection and project delivery. Pharma/GMP experience is beneficial but not essential. We are open to engineers from other industrial, MEP, manufacturing or highly regulated environments with strong project engineering experience. Key Responsibilities * Develop the scope and specification for a modern addressable fire detection and alarm system. * Survey existing site infrastructure and identify project requirements and constraints. * Develop technical packages covering fire zoning, LV power supplies, cable routes, IT interfaces and installation requirements. * Manage the tender process, including technical evaluation and bid analysis. * Work with Procurement to support vendor selection and commercial negotiations. * Review vendor designs and technical submissions. * Prepare the capital submission and support the project through delivery. * Provide regular project progress updates and manage technical risks/issues. * Support the Facilities team with other electrical engineering projects where required. About You We are looking for an Electrical or Instrumentation Engineer with strong project engineering experience and a good understanding of: * Engineering scopes, specifications and technical packages * Tendering and vendor/contractor selection * LV systems * Modern fire detection and alarm systems * Reviewing vendor designs and technical proposals * Working with Procurement, EHS, Facilities and other stakeholders Experience within pharma/GMP, manufacturing, chemical, petrochemical, energy or other regulated industries would be advantageous, but the key requirement is strong project engineering capability and relevant electrical/fire systems knowledge