Mechanical Project Engineer — Design to Commissioning

Reed; Desborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the design and delivery of bespoke industrial equipment and complete processing systems from concept through commissioning. You will handle plant layouts, mechanical design, manufacturing support and site activities, coordinating with customers, suppliers and internal teams.

The role offers diverse projects, ownership, and opportunities to optimise design and drive improvements across the full lifecycle, including manufacturing support and on-site

Qualifications

• Experience as a Project Engineer or similar.
• Strong SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD experience.
• Experience designing mechanical equipment, machinery or conveyors.

Responsibilities

• Produce 2D and 3D general arrangement drawings and system layouts.
• Design and develop mechanical equipment using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings and BOMs.
• Support projects from concept, design and release through to installation and commissioning.
• Work closely with customers, suppliers and internal teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation and design optimisation.

Skills

Project engineering experience

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple workstreams

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Reed is seeking a Project Engineer to lead the design and delivery of bespoke industrial equipment and complete processing systems from concept through commissioning. You will handle plant layouts, mechanical design, manufacturing support and site activities, coordinating with customers, suppliers and internal teams.

The role offers diverse projects, ownership, and opportunities to optimise design and drive improvements across the full lifecycle, including manufacturing support and on-site