Mechanical Project Engineer

Progressive; England; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer. You'll design mechanical systems for packaging and production lines, manage suppliers, and oversee project delivery. The role offers a salary of up to £60,000 with a £5,000 car allowance, along with a hybrid working model. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience.

Benefits

4% employer pension contribution

BUPA private healthcare

Cycle to Work and EV schemes

Death in Service (3x salary)

Simply Health

Working Away Allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in project engineering, design engineering or CapEx delivery.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Designing mechanical and process systems for packaging and production lines.
• Managing suppliers, tender analysis and cost control.
• Overseeing site installation, commissioning and performance trials.
• Ensuring compliance with CDM, PUWER and Machinery Directive legislation.

Skills

Mechanical process or production systems

Palletisers

Strong problem-solving skills

Stakeholder engagement

2D and 3D CAD design

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Are you a Mechanical Project Engineer who enjoys autonomy, variety and seeing capital projects through from concept to commissioning? This is a chance to join a growing consultancy delivering packaging and production line solutions across the UK. Projects range from £250K to £40M, and you'll be involved in everything from mechanical design and supplier management to full project delivery. If you're looking for a role that blends technical challenge with real ownership, this could be the move that elevates your career.

What You’ll Be Doing

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• Designing mechanical and process systems for packaging and production lines
• Managing suppliers, tender analysis and cost control
• Overseeing site installation, commissioning and performance trials
• Ensuring compliance with CDM, PUWER and Machinery Directive legislation

Design & Project Experience Required for Mechanical Project Engineer

• Mechanical process or production systems for manufacturing, production, process or logistics
• Palletisers, case packers and conveyor systems
• Bespoke or special purpose machinery
• Capital Equipment, Mechanical Handling or Automation Process Systems
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience in project engineering, design engineering or CapEx delivery
• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD design and modelling
• Valid UK driving licence
• Strong problem‑solving and stakeholder engagement skills

Remuneration, Location & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £60,000 + £5,000 car allowance
• Location: Ascot (Hybrid: 2‑3 days/week in office)
• Benefits:
  • 4% employer pension contribution
  • BUPA private healthcare
  • Cycle to Work and EV schemes
  • Death in Service (3x salary)
  • Simply Health
  • Working Away Allowance