Project Engineer (Manufacturing)

Advertised by Elite Hire

Location
Derby, Derbyshire
Salary
£40,000 - £50,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
31 October 2026
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Job description

About the role [Company] is a [FMCG / automotive / industrial] manufacturer investing in new lines and equipment. We need a Project Engineer to deliver capital projects safely, on time and on budget.

What you will do

  • Scope, plan and deliver engineering projects, from new machinery to line upgrades
  • Write specifications and manage suppliers and contractors
  • Track budgets, timelines and risks, and report progress to management
  • Oversee installation, commissioning and handover to production
  • Make sure projects meet health, safety and CDM requirements
  • Work with production, maintenance and quality teams throughout

What you need

  • Degree or HNC in Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering
  • 3+ years in a project or engineering role in manufacturing
  • Experience managing contractors and equipment installations
  • Good knowledge of machinery safety and CDM
  • Strong planning and communication skills

Nice to have

  • Experience with capital projects of £250k+
  • Project management training (APM, PRINCE2 or similar)
  • CAD skills (AutoCAD or SolidWorks)

Reference 225784016

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