Mechanical Project Engineer

TATA Steel; Shotton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days holidays

Annual pay review

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme (10% employer)

Job summary

Tata Steel Colors at Shotton Works is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead capital projects, from concept to handover, ensuring plant improvements align with business strategy.

The role involves delivering procurements, managing budgets, and coordinating with suppliers and internal teams while adhering to CDM regulations and Tata Steel standards. Strong engineering background and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in mechanical engineering, project engineering, or project delivery in industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across all organizational levels.
• Strong decision-making and stakeholder management abilities.
• Commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities for capital expenditure and plant improvement projects.
• Develop engineering specifications, project scopes, risk assessments, MOC docs and HAZOP studies.
• Prepare project governance plans, progress reports and stakeholder updates.
• Manage procurement processes including tender docs, contractor selection, contracts and delivery.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, machinery regulations, environmental requirements and Tata Steel standards.
• Support manufacturing and engineering teams with mechanical expertise.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, risks and resources for successful outcomes.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders, suppliers and contractors.
• Promote high standards of Health, Safety, Environmental and Process Safety performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/3D modelling

Solid modelling software

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: Shotton Works, Deeside

Business: Tata Steel Colors

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Reports to: Engineering Project Manager

Closing Date: Wednesday 23rd September 2026

We believe that our strength is not just in our steel but the diversity of our workforce. Our people make the difference.

At Tata Steel, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement. We are looking for a talented Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Engineering Projects team at Shotton Works, supporting the ongoing development and enhancement of our world-class manufacturing facilities.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering capital investment projects, process improvements, and plant enhancement schemes that directly support the business strategy of Tata Steel Colors.

What You'll Do

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will manage and support projects throughout their full lifecycle – from concept development and design through to procurement, installation, commissioning, and final handover.

• Leading mechanical engineering activities associated with capital expenditure and plant improvement projects.
• Developing engineering specifications, project scopes, risk assessments, Management of Change (MOC) documentation, and HAZOP studies.
• Preparing project governance structures, plans, progress reports, and stakeholder updates in line with recognised project management methodologies.
• Managing the procurement process, including tender documentation, contractor selection, contract placement, and project delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including CDM Regulations, Supply of Machinery Regulations, environmental requirements, and Tata Steel engineering standards.
• Supporting manufacturing and engineering teams with specialist mechanical engineering expertise.
• Managing project budgets, schedules, risks, and resources to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, consultants, and external authorities.
• Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of Health, Safety, Environmental, and Process Safety performance.

What You Will Have

Essential

• Degree, HND, or HNC qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in mechanical engineering, project engineering, or project delivery within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to work collaboratively across all levels of an organisation.
• Strong decision-making and stakeholder management capabilities.
• A commitment to high standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental performance.

Desirable

• Prince2 or equivalent project management qualification.
• Experience planning and delivering capital projects.
• Knowledge of CDM Regulations and their application.
• Understanding of SAP budgetary controls, capital accounts, and capital approval processes.
• Experience working with continuous strip coating lines, metallic and painted products, cold rolling, or finishing operations.
• Experience managing contractors and external suppliers.
• Experience of solid modelling software and the principles of Engineering design.

What we can offer you

Tata Steel UK offers their employees significant benefits packages. For this role, you will benefit from:

• A market competitive salary
• 35 days holidays per annum
• Annual Pay Review
• Bonus Scheme – subject to business performance
• One of the UK’s leading defined contribution pension schemes (10% employer contribution / 6% employee contribution)

We also have an extensive list of lifestyle benefits including free onsite parking at all of our sites, an employee assistance programme as well as Employee discount scheme for companies including Vodafone, Jaguar Land Rover and also various local services.

Why us?

Tata Steel is one of the world’s top 10 steel producers. The combined group has an annual aggregate crude steel capacity of more than 33 million tonnes with approximately 80,000 employees across four continents. We’re part of the Tata Group, one of the largest, most diverse conglomerates in the world with businesses in the UK including Tata Steel, Jaguar Land Rover and Tetley Tea.

Sustainabilityis at the very heart of what we do and we are dedicated to managing our operations responsibly and to continuouslyimprovingour performance. Innovating for tomorrow, making a positive impact today.