Junior Project Engineer Steelite International - Factory Site Maintenance

Steelite; England; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Healthcare cash plan

Enhanced annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

On-site parking

Employee referral scheme

Job summary

Steelite International is seeking a Junior Project Engineer for our site in Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent. The role focuses on producing engineering and factory layout drawings, implementing machinery modifications and delivering smaller projects under guidance from senior managers.

The position is permanent with a route to increased responsibility. You will work closely with Health & Safety, Maintenance, Operations and Quality teams, spending most time on site but also attending meetings and

Qualifications

• Solid technical background with hands‑on manufacturing experience.
• Experience producing engineering and factory layout drawings.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Able to manage several tasks and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Produce engineering, manufacturing and factory layout drawings using AutoCAD.
• Carry out machinery modifications and support new machinery installations.
• Deliver smaller engineering projects from a list of priority projects.
• Create and document detailed machine specifications.

Skills

AutoCAD

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering

HNC/HND in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Production Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We're looking for a Junior Project Engineer to join our Engineering team at our site in Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent.

This is a permanent role for someone with a solid technical background, hands-on manufacturing experience and good AutoCAD skills. You'll produce engineering and factory layout drawings, carry out machinery modifications and deliver smaller engineering projects, with support and guidance from our experienced engineering managers.

If you're ready to take on more responsibility and grow your engineering career, we'd love to hear from you.

Hours of Work

Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 4:30pm

Friday: 8:00am – 2:30pm

38 hours per week, plus an unpaid 30-minute break each day.

£30,000 – £35,000 per year, depending on experience

About the Role

As a Junior Project Engineer, you'll report to the Engineering Manager and support the Assistant Engineering Manager, who will both guide your development. You'll work closely with our Health & Safety, Maintenance, Operations, Production Planning and Quality teams.

From early on, you'll take ownership of engineering drawings, smaller projects and machinery modifications, with your responsibilities growing as you develop.

Most of your time will be spent at our site in Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent, but the role also includes business meetings, off-site training and other visits, so some travel should be expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce engineering, manufacturing and factory layout drawings using AutoCAD.
• Carry out machinery modifications and support new machinery installations.
• Deliver smaller engineering projects from a list of priority projects.
• Create and document detailed machine specifications.
• Design jigs and fixtures as required.
• Keep drawings up to date for current equipment, including breakdowns of parts that may need to be made externally.
• Support Production by finding and fixing day-to-day process and equipment problems.
• Estimate production times to help the business make operational decisions.
• Review processes and company data to find and propose improvements that reduce cost and waste, and improve quality and output.
• Carry out other reasonable duties as required.

About You

You will need to:

• Have a relevant engineering qualification, such as a BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering, HNC, HND or degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Production Engineering.
• Have previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Have experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Have experience producing engineering, manufacturing and factory layout drawings.
• Be an approachable team player with strong communication skills.
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Have good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Be able to manage several tasks at once.
• Be confident making decisions, solving problems and knowing when to escape.
• Be keen to take on more responsibility and develop your skills.

It would be great if you also:

• Have experience supporting machinery installations, modifications or improvement projects.
• Have knowledge of improvement methods such as Lean, 5S or Six Sigma.
• Have completed a relevant engineering apprenticeship.

We're also open to applications from engineering graduates.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• Company pension, free pension advice and life insurance.
• Healthcare Cash Plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health Screening and a Health & Wellbeing Programme.
• Enhanced annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, bereavement leave and company sick pay.
• Cycle to Work Scheme, discounted products and free on-site parking.
• Employee referral scheme, Long Service Awards, Reward & Recognition Programme, company events and a pre-retirement scheme.

Why Join Us?

Joining our Engineering team means playing a key part in shaping how our products are made, helping us work smarter, reduce waste and keep improving quality.

You'll work on a varied range of projects and build your engineering career with hands-on support from experienced engineers, taking on more responsibility as you grow.

If you're a problem-solver who enjoys making things better, we'd love to hear from you.

Steelite International is the leading designer, marketer, manufacturer, and supplier of award-winning tableware, lighting, and buffet solutions for the global hospitality industry. Steelite core brands include Steelite Distinction & Performance, William Edwards, D.W. Haber, Hollowick, Creations, Folio, Varick, Homer Laughlin, Hall China, and Aspen Drinkware. In addition to their core brands, Steelite distributes such prominent brands as Mogogo, Rona 5-Star Glass, Bormioli Rocco, Rene Ozorio, Robert Welch, Royal Porcelain, Robert Gordon Pottery, WNK, Anfora, Delfin, and Strahl. Dual headquarters in New Castle, PA, and Stoke-On-Trent, UK, and a 500,000 square foot manufacturing facility and twelve showrooms worldwide enable Steelite to service over 140 countries for more than 50 years. Steelite is committed to providing the best in functionality and design while minimizing the effect on our environment.

Hours

38

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