Project Engineer

Futures; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FMCG manufacturing business in Burton Upon Trent is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to manage engineering projects from concept to completion. This role requires proven experience in an FMCG environment, a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, and strong project management skills. The company offers a stable work environment and opportunities for long-term career development following significant investments in their operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within an FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Strong background delivering projects from start to finish.
• Experience managing capital expenditure projects.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and high-speed production environments.
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple engineering and capital projects end-to-end.
• Define project scope, budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support installation, commissioning, and handover into production.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Understanding of manufacturing processes

Job description

🚀 Project Engineer | FMCG Manufacturing

💷 £50,000 – £55,000

📍 Burton Upon Trent

We’re working with a leading FMCG manufacturing business that has recently invested £50+ million into its site, technology, and infrastructure. As part of this growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Project Engineer to support and deliver a diverse portfolio of engineering projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business in a strong position, offering stability, investment, and long-term career development.

🔧 The Role:

As Project Engineer, you’ll take full ownership of projects from initial concept through to completion, including:

• Managing multiple engineering and capital projects end-to-end
• Defining project scope, budgets, timelines, and deliverables
• Coordinating contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Supporting installation, commissioning, and handover into production
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

✅ What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within an FMCG manufacturing environment (essential)
• Strong background delivering projects from start to finish
• Experience managing capital expenditure projects
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and high-speed production environments
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

📩 Interested?

Apply via LinkedIn or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.