Mechanical Engineer in Exeter, Devon

Mechanical Plant Engineer

Exeter

£50,000 - £60,000 per annum

Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering

Full time, Permanent

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Mechanical Plant Project Engineer to lead engineering projects and drive reliability improvements across a busy manufacturing site. This hands-on role will focus on delivering machinery and plant infrastructure projects from concept through to installation and commissioning, while improving equipment performance, reducing downtime and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver mechanical engineering and CAPEX projects on time, within budget and to required standards.
• Specify, procure, install and commission manufacturing equipment and plant infrastructure.
• Manage equipment modifications, upgrades, relocations and improvement projects.
• Drive equipment reliability and performance improvements through root cause analysis and engineering solutions.
• Analyse equipment performance and OEE data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support maintenance teams with complex fault finding and reliability initiatives.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and installation teams.
• Develop technical specifications, engineering documentation and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental and engineering standards.
• Identify and implement cost reduction, efficiency and productivity improvements.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years' engineering experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience delivering engineering pro    jects, machinery installations or equipment improvement programmes.
• Strong knowledge of industrial mechanical systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience with root cause analysis and reliability improvement.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong organisational, communication and project management skills.

Desirable

• CAPEX project experience.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, bearings and power transmission systems.
• CAD experience (AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar).
• Understanding of PUWER and machinery safety requirements.
• Experience with CMMS/ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM or Reliability Engineering methodologies.
• Electrical or automation knowledge.

What's Success in This Role?

You'll deliver successful engineering projects, improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime and increase manufacturing efficiency, making a measurable impact on site performance and long-term operational capability.

Please note that full and permanent right to work in the UK is a non-negotiable requirement for this role. This employer is unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Embracing diversity in all its forms, our client is an equal opportunity employer. They welcome individuals from all walks of life, irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

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