Junior Project Engineer (Pressure Systems) - Technical Services

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share or full-time basis

Salary: c£33,500 depending on experience, plus allowances

Location:  Office based: ZE Technical Centre - Steelpark Unit 3, Steelpark Way, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, WV11 3BF

Closing date for applications: 17th April 2026

Note: Candidates that are successful in the first part of the application process will be invited to an assessment day on 29th April at the Technical Centre -  Steelpark.

The Opportunity

Zurich Engineering has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Project Engineer (Pressure Systems) to join our Technical Services team. This role plays a key part in supporting our pressure systems discipline by delivering high‑quality, fee‑earning technical projects, contributing to engineering investigations, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and legislation.

Reporting to the Pressure Systems Team Manager, you will work closely with senior engineering colleagues to support the safe, efficient and profitable delivery of technical services to our customers across the UK.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage and deliver fee‑earning pressure systems projects, ensuring work is completed to agreed technical quality and professional standards.
• Undertake technical engineering investigations and research to support performance optimisation and engineering decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with applicable technical standards, legislation and internal quality systems within the pressure systems discipline.
• Prepare accurate estimates of resources required for projects and manage work to ensure commercial and technical objectives are achieved.
• Shape the future of the department by driving the combined pricing and invoicing structure for Certification Services, Repairs and Modifications and NDT.
• Promote a positive customer perception of Zurich Engineering’s technical capabilities through professional conduct and high‑quality outputs.
• Ensure risk assessments and safe systems of work are followed at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the Technical Services team, including Principal Engineers, Senior Engineers and governance colleagues.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for a technically capable and organised individual who brings:

• A minimum of a level 3 qualification or Suitable A or T levels in STEM subjects.
• Professional registration at Eng Tech or working towards will be expected.
• A working knowledge of relevant pressure systems standards and legislation, particularly as they apply to small assemblies would be an advantage.
• Experience of working within a technical engineering environment, coordinating and supporting engineering activities would be an advantage.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team, contributing to shared technical and commercial objectives.
• Familiar with Microsoft office 365 tools.
• A strong focus on quality, safety and professional standards.
• The ability to communicate well both written and verbally, to internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

What’s in It for You

• The opportunity to work within a highly respected Technical Services function, supporting complex and varied pressure systems work.
• Exposure to experienced Principal and Senior Engineers, supporting ongoing technical development.
• Supported training and mentoring.
• Funded education to level 4.
• Support and mentoring to I Eng level
• A role that combines technical depth, project responsibility and customer impact.
• The chance to contribute to the continued development and capability of Zurich Engineering’s pressure systems discipline.

The role offers potential future progression within Technical Services, as well as opportunities to develop towards other roles across the business, including Engineer Surveyor positions, subject to suitability, performance and business need. Zurich Engineering actively supports ongoing professional and technical development.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

Follow the link for more information about our benefits - Employee benefits | Working at Zurich Insurance UK

As an inclusive employer we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

Who we are:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.

We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’ve an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.