Lead Mechanical Project Engineer – Drive Site Upgrades

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Lydney; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care scheme

Pension plan (5% employer 5% employee)

25 days + Bank holidays

Sick pay scheme

Job summary

Kingston Barnes Ltd in Cinderford, Gloucestershire, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical projects and play a pivotal role in site engineering performance. The role requires ownership of project delivery, close collaboration with stakeholders, and budget oversight.

You will also participate in Duty Engineer duties on selected weekends, contributing to safe, reliable operations and continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's-level mechanical engineering education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years in technical/engineering roles within continuous process/manufacturing environments.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and project delivery.
• Experience driving multiple projects from start to finish and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Project management skills and experience managing contractor teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from development through delivery.
• Support the Project Manager with site-wide projects including budget management.
• Ensure projects are effectively planned, risk-assessed and delivered on time.
• Take ownership of project delivery, and manage weekend Duty Engineer responsibilities (about one weekend in ten).

Skills

Project leadership

Mechanical engineering

Health & Safety

Contractor management

Budget management

Delivery ownership

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

HND

HNC

Job description

Kingston Barnes Ltd in Cinderford, Gloucestershire, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical projects and play a pivotal role in site engineering performance. The role requires ownership of project delivery, close collaboration with stakeholders, and budget oversight.

You will also participate in Duty Engineer duties on selected weekends, contributing to safe, reliable operations and continuous improvement across the site.