Project Engineer

Elate Staffing Solutions Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join their team. This role involves managing site projects, ensuring health and safety compliance, and liaising with various departments to facilitate smooth project execution. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mechanical or electrical engineering, coupled with strong problem-solving and communication skills. With a focus on career progression, this full-time, permanent position offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will drive impactful projects forward.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in mechanical/electrical roles, preferably in manufacturing.
• Decisive with excellent numeric and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage site projects and contractor management for Capex projects.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and effective communication with departments.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Mechanical/Electrical Apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Project Engineer

• Are you an experienced Project Engineer?
• Do you want to work for a well established business?
• Do you want career progression?

If so, APPLY NOW!

Due to continued expansion, we're recruiting a highly skilled Electrical and/or Mechanical Project Engineer with expertise to work in the Project Engineering department for our well established client.

Job Duties:

• Site Project Management of all Capex Projects and relevant operation projects that are assigned to.
• Contractor Management ensuring Health & Safety procedures are in line with company policies.
• Sourcing cost-effective solutions & working with suppliers for best return on investment.
• Lead projects from detailed design to successful CAR approval stage.
• Flexible working hours and days to meet Project deadlines & schedules.
• Completion of snag lists, site handover protocols and updating site folders.
• Effective planning, co-ordination, and communication with site departments.
• Liaise with relevant departments to assist in the smooth running of the organisation during project stages.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering Project Manager to drive change & adhere to industry best practice.
• Communicating effectively with Engineering Department between sites.
• Occasional travel will be required to sites.
• Work within the ethos and standards of the company.
• Responsible for ensuring a safe, clean working environment and permit system is adhered to.

Requirements:

• Mechanical/Electrical based apprenticeship qualification will be advantageous.
• 5+ years mechanical/electrical experience is required ideally from manufacturing industry.
• Decisive & ability to make decisions quickly and effectively to meet deadlines.
• Excellent numeric and analytical skills.
• Highly motivated with proven ability to work on own initiative & as part of team.
• Team player who will work with others and individually to achieve company goals.
• Methodical with excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to quickly identifying practical solutions.
• Ability to multi-task across multiple projects.
• Experienced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Package.
• Previous Project Management will be advantageous.

Salary: Competitive.

This is a Full time, Permanent position.