Junior Project Manager

New Appointments Group; Hawkinge; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

New Appointments Group is seeking a Junior Project Engineer to join an established engineering and R&D team in Folkestone with hybrid working. You will support the planning and delivery of engineering and product development projects while developing your career in project engineering.

Ideal for mechanical engineering graduates or early-career engineers with an interest in product development, prototyping and production transition. Apply to grow within a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical/ manufacturing/mechatronics or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience with CAD/design is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and delivery of engineering projects.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and Supply Chain.
• Support mechanical design, prototyping and testing.

Skills

Mechanical principles

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Junior Project Engineer

Location: Folkestone Hybrid working

We are looking for a Junior Project Engineer to join an established engineering and R&D team, supporting the delivery of product development and manufacturing projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanical engineering graduate or early-career engineer looking to develop their career within project engineering.

The Role

• Working alongside experienced Project Engineers, you will:
• Support the planning and delivery of engineering and product development projects.
• Coordinate activities across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement and Supply Chain.
• Assist with mechanical design, product development, prototyping and testing.
• Support project schedules, documentation, actions and progress reporting.
• Assist with engineering changes and the transition of products into production.
• Help identify and escalat project risks, issues and technical challenges.

About You

• Degree/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics or a related discipline.
• Good understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Some experience with CAD/design would be advantageous.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Proactive, practical and keen to develop a career in project engineering.

Graduate engineers with relevant placement or project experience are encouraged to apply.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in line with the Equality Act 2010. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.