Project Engineer

Elix Sourcing Solutions

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 29,000 - 48,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Healthcare Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Comprehensive on-site training and pro

Job summary

Elix Sourcing Solutions is seeking a hands-on Project Engineer for manufacturing environments to plan, manage and deliver engineering projects that boost machinery reliability, quality and safety on site. This Midlands-based role (Minworth/Sutton Coldfield area) offers a Monday–Friday day shift and a salary up to £48,000 DOE.

The successful candidate will lead projects from concept to commissioning, produce CAD drawings in SolidWorks or AutoCAD, manage contractors and budgets, and drive

Qualifications

HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering.
Proven track record delivering engineering projects and machinery modifications within a manufacturing environment.
Proficient in producing and interpreting technical drawings using CAD software.
Experience managing external contractors, site permits, and capital equipment suppliers.
Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

Leading engineering projects from initial concept through to installation and commissioning
Developing technical specifications and CAD drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
Managing site contractors, reviewing RAMS, issuing permits, and ensuring safe working practices
Supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for new equipment
Driving continuous improvement initiatives (FMEA, RCA) to increase machine uptime and reduce waste
Collaborating with NPI/Development teams to support new product tooling, machinery, and trial builds
Managing procurement, equipment suppliers, project budgets, and milestone schedules
Ensuring full compliance with ISO 9001 and site safety/regulatory standards

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

FMEA

Project coordination

Contractor management

Education

HNC/HND / Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Project Engineer

Up to £48,000 DOE

Monday - Friday | Days (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)

Minworth, Sutton Coldfield - Birmingham, Tamworth, Walsall, Solihull

Are you a practical Engineer with strong mechanical, electrical, and CAD skills looking for a varied hands‑on project role in manufacturing?

Our client is looking for a Project Engineer to plan, manage, and deliver engineering projects that boost manufacturing capability, machinery reliability, quality, and safety on site.

You’ll suit this role if you’re a proactive problem solver with experience managing site contractors, implementing machinery modifications, and taking projects from concept through to commissioning.

The Role

Leading engineering projects from initial concept through to installation and commissioning
Developing technical specifications and CAD drawings using SolidWorks or AutoCAD
Managing site contractors, reviewing RAMS, issuing permits, and ensuring safe working practices
Supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for new equipment
Driving continuous improvement initiatives (FMEA, RCA) to increase machine uptime and reduce waste
Collaborating with NPI/Development teams to support new product tooling, machinery, and trial builds
Managing procurement, equipment suppliers, project budgets, and milestone schedules
Ensuring full compliance with ISO 9001 and site safety/regulatory standards

The Candidate

HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent hands‑on experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering
Proven track record delivering engineering projects and machinery modifications within a manufacturing environment
Proficient in producing and interpreting technical drawings using CAD software
Experience managing external contractors, site permits, and capital equipment suppliers
Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, and continuous improvement practices

What’s in it for you?

Up to £48,000 DOE
Monday to Friday Day Shift (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
Company Pension Scheme
Healthcare Benefits
Generous Holiday Allowance
Comprehensive on‑site training and professional development

Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, Manufacturing, Tech, Energy and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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