Project Engineer

Venatu Consulting Ltd; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Free on-site gym

Subsidised canteen

Company pension

Days-based working pattern

Job summary

Venatu Consulting Ltd is seeking a Project Engineer to deliver capital projects, machinery installations and site improvements, working with Production, Engineering, Health & Safety teams, contractors and suppliers.

The role offers a basic salary of £50,000, a quarterly bonus and an attractive benefits package, alongside a consistent days-based working pattern.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Project Engineer or in a similar manufacturing project delivery role.
• Experience managing machinery installations, commissioning activities and engineering projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage engineering projects from initial concept through to completion and final sign-off.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning and testing of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate essential site services, including electrical supplies, compressed air and dust extraction systems.
• Work collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Health & Safety teams, external contractors and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Source suitable suppliers, obtain quotations, raise purchase orders and coordinate contractor activities.
• Monitor project progress, manage deadlines and ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Carry out site inspections, chair project meetings and provide progress updates to stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including installation records, machinery trials and final sign-off documentation.

Skills

Project management

Reading engineering drawings

Stakeholder management

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Job description

As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering capital projects, machinery installations and site improvements, working closely with Production, Engineering, Health & Safety teams, contractors and suppliers. The successful Project Engineer will have a practical, solutions-focused approach, strong project management skills and the ability to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within the required standards.

This role offers a competitive basic salary of £50,000, a quarterly bonus and an attractive benefits package, alongside a consistent days-based working pattern.

The Opportunity

Project Engineer

£50,000 per annum, plus quarterly bonus

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire

Regular travel between sites, depending on project requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating and managing engineering projects from initial concept and planning through to completion and final sign-off.
• Overseeing the installation, commissioning and testing of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Coordinating essential site services, including electrical supplies, compressed air and dust extraction systems.
• Working collaboratively with Production, Engineering, Health & Safety teams, external contractors and suppliers to ensure successful project delivery.
• Sourcing suitable suppliers, obtaining quotations, raising purchase orders and coordinating contractor activities.
• Monitoring project progress, managing deadlines and ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with company standards.
• Carrying out site inspections, chairing project meetings and providing clear progress updates to relevant stakeholders.
• Preparing and maintaining project documentation, including installation records, machinery trials and final sign-off documentation.
• Identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing practical engineering solutions to improve site performance.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, Health & Safety procedures and the relevant Integrated Management System (IMS) responsibilities.

About You

• Previous experience as a Project Engineer, Manufacturing Project Engineer or in a similar engineering project delivery role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience managing machinery installations, commissioning activities and engineering projects.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and project documentation.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, enabling you to work effectively with internal teams, contractors and suppliers.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• A proactive, hands-on approach, with the confidence to work independently and take ownership of projects from start to finish.
• Flexibility to travel between manufacturing sites across Lincolnshire and Yorkshire as project requirements dictate.
• Experience chairing on-site project meetings, providing updates and gathering feedback from key stakeholders.

Benefits Package

The successful Project Engineer will receive a comprehensive package, including:

• £50,000 basic annual salary
• Quarterly bonus to reward performance
• 33 days annual leave
• Free on-site gym
• Subsidised canteen
• Company pension
• Days-only working pattern, Monday to Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm