Mechanical Project Engineer

Khr - Recruitment Specialists; Birmingham; Presencial; GBP 35.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Khr - Recruitment Specialists is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer for a Birmingham-based manufacturer. The role is a 24-month fixed-term contract, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a hands-on, leader mindset.

You will oversee civil and mechanical project elements, manage tenders and procurement, supervise equipment relocations, and coordinate with site teams, suppliers and contractors to meet project objectives while maintaining safety and budget controls.

Formación

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience managing projects from concept to completion.
• Strong safety culture.
• Budget control experience (desirable).
• SAP knowledge (desirable).

Responsabilidades

• Act as project lead for civil and mechanical elements, including tender processes and equipment relocation.
• Manage Capex projects varying from area refurbishment to mass machine installation.
• Flexible/hands-on – operating forklift, cranes, MEWP.
• Plan and program project steps from preliminary through to installation.
• Supervise project site work, coordinating trades and activities.
• Coordinate commissioning and compile operating instructions and documentation.
• Maintain budget and ensure best value at all times.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and contractor control procedures.

Conocimientos

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Budget control

Health and safety

SAP knowledge

Educación

HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Herramientas

SAP

Descripción del empleo

Mechanical Project Engineer
Birmingham
Monday to Friday 36hrs/wk
24mth fixed-term contract

Our client is a leading manufacturer based in Birmingham and is currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to join their team. If you are an experienced hands-on individual with a background in engineering, mechanically-minded, and a leader – this is the role for you!

Position Overview

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing both civil and mechanical aspects of projects, ensuring their smooth execution and successful completion. You will be responsible for managing supplier tenders, assessments, and procurement processes, as well as supervising the relocation of equipment. This position requires close collaboration with site management, suppliers, contractors, and various departments to ensure project objectives are implemented.

Responsibilities

• Act as project lead for civil and mechanical elements, including tender processes and equipment relocation
• Manage a range of Capex projects varying from area refurbishment to mass machine installation
• Flexible/hands‑on – operating forklift, cranes, MEWP
• Plan and program project steps from preliminary through to installation
• Supervise project site work, coordinating trades and activities
• Coordinate commissioning and compile operating instructions and documentation
• Maintain budget and ensure best value at all times
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and contractor control procedures

Requirements

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent (essential)
• Experience managing projects from concept to completion (essential)
• Strong safety culture (essential)
• Budget control exp (desirable)
• SAP knowledge (desirable)PM experience – engineering background

Mechanical Project Engineer West Midlands, GB