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?? Tring, Hertfordshire (Site-Based)Take the next step in your career now, scroll down to read the full role description and make your application. ?? 19.00 per hour (Temp Role) Are you a technically minded Project Engineer looking to take ownership of innovative packaging and thermal testing projects within a highly regulated, quality-driven environment? We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist organisation within packaging qualification and cold chain testing. This is an exciting opportunity to work on end-to-end customer projects, combining project management, technical analysis, and hands-on laboratory testing. ?? The Role As a Project Engineer, you will act as the primary technical contact for customer packaging development and thermal testing projects. You will manage projects from initial scope through to final reporting, ensuring all work is delivered on time, accurately, and in line with strict quality and documentation standards. This is a hands-on, site-based role where you will be actively involved in both planning and laboratory/test execution activities. ?? Key ResponsibilitiesManage customer projects in line with internal processes and agreed timelinesDefine project scope, assumptions, risks and constraintsBuild and maintain detailed project plans and coordinate internal/external testing activitiesPrepare and support thermal testing activities (sample preparation, set-up, execution)Review and interpret test protocols and third-party lab reportsProduce high-quality technical documentation and final reports (GDP compliant)Provide proactive updates to customers and stakeholdersIdentify risks early and propose practical solutions?? Key Measures of SuccessProjects delivered on time and in full compliance with requirementsAccurate, audit-ready technical documentationStrong communication with customers and internal teamsEffective prioritisation of multiple concurrent projectsHigh standards of lab organisation, sample control and housekeeping ?? Skills & Experience Essential:Strong project management and organisational skillsExcellent technical reading and documentation abilityHigh attention to detail and accuracyConfident communicator (written and verbal)Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesProficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Desirable:Experience in pharmaceutical, medical device, packaging or cold chain industriesKnowledge of ISTA, ASTM or ISO testing standardsExperience with thermal packaging qualification xjdpvnf or distribution testingFamiliarity with SolidWorks or other CAD tool ?? About YouCustomer-focused with a proactive, solutions-driven mindsetStructured, methodical and highly organisedCalm under pressure and adaptable to changing project demandsSelf-motivated and able to work independently or within a team ?? Working EnvironmentSite-based role in Tring, HertfordshireLaboratory and technical testing environmentCollaborative cross-functional engineering and quality team ?? Additional RequirementsStrong commitment to health 'safety standardsCompliance with quality management systems and documentation practice ?? Pay ?? 19.00 per hour (contract)