Manufacturing Project Engineer

Wren Kitchens Limited; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wren Kitchens Limited is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer to join our Projects team, supporting multiple manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. You will lead engineering projects from planning through installation, trials and sign-off, working with Production, Health & Safety, contractors and suppliers.

The role is site-based with regular travel between sites, requiring a hands-on approach and a focus on delivering safe, on-time projects to high standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Engineer or similar in manufacturing.
• Experience with machinery installation, commissioning and delivery of projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee engineering projects from planning to completion.
• Manage delivery, installation, commissioning and sign-off of manufacturing machinery.
• Coordinate electrical, compressed air and dust extraction services.
• Liaise with Production, Engineering, H&S and contractors to ensure delivery.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotations, raise POs and coordinate contractors.
• Monitor progress, ensure work is safe and on time.
• Conduct site inspections, chair progress meetings and provide updates.
• Prepare project documentation and sign-off for machinery trials.
• Identify improvements and implement practical engineering solutions.

Skills

Project engineering experience

Machinery installation

Engineering drawings interpretation

Project management

Effective communication

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Site travel

Chairing on-site meetings

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Project Engineer to join our expanding Projects team, supporting our manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire.

This is a hands-on, site-based role responsible for delivering engineering projects from initial planning through to installation, trials and final sign-off. You will work closely with Production, Health & Safety, contractors, suppliers and other key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and to the required standard.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 7:00-15:30

Location

Manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire

Travel

Regular travel between manufacturing sites will be required depending on project needs

Main Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and oversee engineering projects from initial planning through to completion.
• Manage the delivery, installation, commissioning and sign-off of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate essential services, including electrical supplies, compressed air and dust extraction systems.
• Liaise with Production, Engineering, Health & Safety teams and external contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Source suppliers, obtain quotations, raise purchase orders and coordinate contractor activities.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring work is completed safely, on time and in line with company standards.
• Conduct site inspections, chair project meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including machinery trials and installation sign-off.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement practical engineering solutions.

In addition to any other duties, as a responsible person you must ensure that you have read, understood and adhere to polices and procedures relating to Health and Safety, and your responsibilities located in the Integrated Management System (IMS) Responsibilities document.

About You

Key Skills and Desires

• Previous experience in a Project Engineer or similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in machinery installation, commissioning and project delivery.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external contractors.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Flexibility to travel between manufacturing sites as required
• Proficiency in chairing on-site meetings for updates and feedback.

About The Company

At Wren we’re passionate about all things kitchens, and now bedrooms too! We are the largest kitchen retailer in the UK. We’re a business that simply doesn’t stand still!

As well as world class training on our products, systems and sales processes, you’ll enjoy working in an industry-leading work place for a business that’s twice been voted the UK’s Number 1 Place to Work on Indeed. That’s on top of amazing benefits including uncapped commission and exceptional opportunities to progress your career across our company.