Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Up to £48,000 DOE

Monday - Friday | Days (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)

Minworth, Sutton Coldfield - Birmingham, Tamworth, Walsall, Solihull

Are you a practical Engineer with strong mechanical, electrical, and CAD skills looking for a varied hands-on project role in manufacturing?

Our client is looking for a Project Engineer to plan, manage, and deliver engineering projects that boost manufacturing capability, machinery reliability, quality, and safety on site.

You'll suit this role if you're a proactive problem solver with experience managing site contractors, implementing machinery modifications, and taking projects from concept through to commissioning.

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The Role

*Leading engineering projects from initial concept through to installation and commissioning
*Developing technical specifications and CAD drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
*Managing site contractors, reviewing RAMS, issuing permits, and ensuring safe working practices
*Supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for new equipment
*Driving continuous improvement initiatives (FMEA, RCA) to increase machine uptime and reduce waste
*Collaborating with NPI/Development teams to support new product tooling, machinery, and trial builds
*Managing procurement, equipment suppliers, project budgets, and milestone schedules
*Ensuring full compliance with ISO 9001 and site safety/regulatory standards

The Candidate

*HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering
*Proven track record delivering engineering projects and machinery modifications within a manufacturing environment
*Proficient in producing and interpreting technical drawings using CAD software
*Experience managing external contractors, site permits, and capital equipment suppliers
*Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and continuous improvement practices

What's in it for you?

*Up to £48,000 DOE
*Monday to Friday Day Shift (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
*Company Pension Scheme
*Healthcare Benefits
*Generous Holiday Allowance
*Comprehensive on-site training and professional development

Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, Manufacturing, Tech, Energy and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

Project Engineer | Manufacturing Engineer | Mechanical Project Engineer | Electrical Project Engineer | NPI Engineer | Development Engineer | CAD Engineer | Machinery Commissioning | Contractor Management | Continuous Improvement | SolidWorks

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