Capital Projects Engineer – FMCG Manufacturing

Nestlé; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 12%

Annual discretionary bonus

Professional development

Private medical cover

Job summary

Nestlé Purina in Wisbech is seeking a Project Engineer to drive capital investments at the manufacturing site. You will lead design, start-up, and commissioning activities, ensuring projects meet Nestlé standards and budgets.

You will collaborate with Operations, R&D, Marketing and Logistics to align scope, time plans, and budgets while applying a continuous improvement mindset and hands-on approach to deliver impactful changes.

Qualifications

• Engineer with apprenticeship training or higher.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Experience in FMCG manufacturing and managing multiple projects.
• Familiarity with Health & Safety legislation (CE, PUWER).
• SAP experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute capital investment projects within budgets and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and environmental requirements.
• Oversee commissioning of plant and equipment and coordinate third‑party contractors.
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Marketing and Logistics on scope, time plan and budget.
• Develop project scope and budget for projects up to £5 million; set timing plans.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Financial acumen

Health & safety knowledge

Education

Apprentice training / HNC / Degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Nestlé Purina in Wisbech is seeking a Project Engineer to drive capital investments at the manufacturing site. You will lead design, start-up, and commissioning activities, ensuring projects meet Nestlé standards and budgets.

You will collaborate with Operations, R&D, Marketing and Logistics to align scope, time plans, and budgets while applying a continuous improvement mindset and hands-on approach to deliver impactful changes.