Project Engineer

Hunter Selection; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Training and development

On-site role

Job summary

Hunter Selection is seeking a Project Engineer for a Sutton Coldfield-based manufacturing business. You will lead projects from concept to installation, develop CAD drawings, and introduce new machinery and systems to improve performance, quality and efficiency.

The role offers £42,000–£48,000 pa, 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri. Benefits include pension, ongoing training and development in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Deliver projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Produce and interpret technical drawings.
• Introduce capital equipment and systems.
• Manage contractors and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from concept through to installation and commissioning.
• Produce, review and maintain CAD drawings and technical documentation.
• Specify, procure, install and commission new machinery and systems.
• Manage budgets, timelines and project risks.
• Coordinate on-site contractors, review RAMS and supervise works.
• Drive continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Skills

CAD experience

Project management

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Project Engineer

Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands

£42,000 - £48,000 per annum

40 Hours per Week Monday to Friday, 07:30 - 16:00

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Sutton Coldfield. This role offers the chance to lead a variety of engineering projects, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and support the introduction of new products, equipment, and processes within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

If you enjoy taking projects from concept through to completion and have a passion for improving manufacturing performance, quality, efficiency, and safety, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects from initial concept through to installation and commissioning.
• Produce, review and maintain CAD drawings and associated technical documentation.
• Specify, procure, install and commission new machinery and manufacturing systems.
• Manage project budgets, timelines and project risks.
• Coordinate contractors on site, including reviewing RAMS and supervising works.
• Manage suppliers through specification, FAT, SAT, installation and project handover.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities across manufacturing operations.
• Support new product introduction and industrialisation activities, including engineering trials and prototype builds.
• Assist with the development and validation of manufacturing processes for new and improved products.
• Ensure all projects comply with Health & Safety legislation and relevant industry standards.

About You

Essential Experience

• Delivering engineering projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Producing and interpreting technical drawings.
• Introducing capital equipment and manufacturing systems.
• Managing contractors and external suppliers.

Essential Skills

• CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD or similar).
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £42,000 - £48,000, depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to play a key role in delivering innovative engineering projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.Code: INDENM

Please note as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position.

No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.