Manufacturing Project Engineer

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer to join our expanding Projects team, supporting our manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire.

This is a hands-on, site-based role responsible for delivering engineering projects from initial planning through to installation, trials and final sign-off. You will work closely with Production, Health & Safety, contractors, suppliers and other key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to the required standard.

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00-15:30

Salary: £50,000 plus quarterly bonus

Location: Manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire

Travel: Regular travel between manufacturing sites will be required depending on project needs

Main Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and oversee engineering projects from initial planning through to completion.
• Manage the delivery, installation, commissioning and sign-off of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate essential services, including electrical supplies, compressed air and dust extraction systems.
• Liaise with Production, Engineering, Health & Safety teams and external contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotations, raise purchase orders and coordinate contractor activities.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring work is completed safely, on time and in line with company standards.
• Conduct site inspections, chair project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including machinery trials and installation sign-off.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement practical engineering solutions.

In addition to any other duties, as a responsible person you must ensure that you have read, understood and adhere to policies and procedures relating to Health and Safety, and your responsibilities located in the Integrated Management System (IMS) Responsibilities document.

Key Skills and desires:

Previous experience in a Project Engineer or similar role within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience in machinery installation, commissioning and project delivery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external contractors.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Flexibility to travel between manufacturing sites as required
• Proficiency in chairing on-site meetings for updates and feedback.