Mechanical Project Engineer

Laboris Solutions; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to oversee engineering projects from concept to delivery. The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, with experience in project management and a strong understanding of technical specifications. This full-time role requires excellent interpersonal skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving. A passion for delivering high-quality solutions is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Skilled in managing projects regarding time, cost, and quality.
• Understanding of safe design and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering through the complete project lifecycle.
• Manage requirements and engineering specifications.
• Control project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Mechanical engineering design

Education

Degree or HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Computer Aided Design software

Job description

Overview

Mechanical Project Engineer – South Oxfordshire (5 days onsite needed!)

Laboris Solutions are recruiting a Mechanical Project Engineer for a client to lead the engineering and delivery of projects. This will be working on a variety of projects including support local government projects to project further afield in South America.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering through the complete project lifecycle (from concept to commissioning).


• Determine work package breakdown and allocation.


• Curate and manage requirements and engineering specifications for, top system level definition, and sub-system work packages


• Ensure the successful delivery of engineering equipment from internal design teams and external suppliers to meet the project goals, and the scientific & business need


• Project management (including: planning; scheduling; setting and controlling budgets; project risk management; associated documentation and reporting).

About you

We are looking for someone with a confident understanding of the engineering design & delivery process, and a high competence in project management and technical leadership. The role requires a person with great interpersonal skills, particularly in communication, negotiating, networking and team building. Minimum 2/3 years of experience are required.

You will be skilled at solving engineering challenges with a methodical structured approach, and be able to draw upon a good knowledge of mechanical engineering design and manufacturing fundamentals.

We are looking for someone who will be passionate about delivering high quality solutions to meet the project objective.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC, or equivalent, plus experience in Mechanical Engineering


• Skilled in project management (responsible for time / cost / quality)


• Experience of managing technical recommendations and work from multi-disciplinary collaborators (S&I)


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for technical and project leadership


• Demonstrated ability to work to procedures, and Industrial Standards & Regulations.


• Understanding of safe design, risk assessments, and risk mitigation.


• Experience of working with scientists or technical specialists to develop complex technical specifications.


• Experience of procuring engineering equipment


• Experience of designing engineering equipment


• Comprehensive understanding of materials and manufacturing.


• Industrial experience in engineering design using Computer Aided Design software.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management and Design

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