Project Engineer

E3 Recruitment

Derby

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% employer pension

Private medical insurance

Life assurance (4x salary)

Generous holiday allowance

EV & cycle-to-work salary sacrifice

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a Project Engineer for Derby to own capital projects across mechanical systems, site utilities and infrastructure. You will manage projects end-to-end from concept and design through to installation and commissioning.

Reporting to the CAPEX Leader, you will develop engineering solutions with stakeholders, produce cost estimates (early stage ±30%, detailed ±10%), lead MOC processes, oversee contractor and vendor engagement, and ensure safety, quality and delivery

Qualifications

Proven contractor and stakeholder management experience.
CAD and SAP experience preferred.
Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office).
Experience with ATEX environments (desirable).
IOSH or NEBOSH qualified (or working towards).

Responsibilities

Support long-term CAPEX planning, including project selection and prioritisation.
Develop engineering solutions in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Produce cost estimates (±30% early stage, ±10% detailed).
Lead Management of Change (MOC) processes.
Manage contractor selection and vendor engagement.
Oversee full project life cycle: design, construction, commissioning.
Ensure high standards of safety, quality, and delivery performance.
Maintain full technical documentation (P&IDs, SOPs, SLDs, etc.).
Track budgets, control costs, and report on financial performance.

Skills

Contractor & stakeholder management

MS Office

ATEX environments

IOSH/NEBOSH qualification

Education

Mechanical qualification (HNC/HND/City & Guilds or equivalent)

Tools

CAD

SAP

P&IDs/SOPs/SLDs

Job description

Project Engineer

Derby

£50,000 - £60,000 + Excellent Benefits!

Top Benefits:

Up to 10% employer pension contribution
Private medical insurance + occupational health support
Bonus scheme & life assurance (4x salary)
Generous holiday allowance that increases with service (plus bank holidays)
Electric vehicle & cycle-to-work salary sacrifice schemes

The Company

Join a globally recognised manufacturing organisation at the forefront of advanced materials innovation. Supplying into industries such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods, the business is known for its commitment to sustainability, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement. The Derby site is a key hub for capital investment and operational development.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Engineer to take ownership of capital projects across mechanical systems, site utilities, and infrastructure. Reporting to the CAPEX Leader, you will manage projects end-to-end - from concept and design through to installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Support long-term CAPEX planning, including project selection and prioritisation
Develop engineering solutions in collaboration with key stakeholders
Produce cost estimates (±30% early stage, ±10% detailed)
Lead Management of Change (MOC) processes
Manage contractor selection and vendor engagement
Oversee full project life cycle: design, construction, commissioning
Ensure high standards of safety, quality, and delivery performance
Maintain full technical documentation (P&IDs, SOP's, SLDs, etc.)
Track budgets, control costs, and report on financial performance

About You

5+ year's experience in a Project Engineering role (industrial/manufacturing environment)
Strong knowledge of steam systems and process pipework
Mechanical qualification (HNC/HND/City & Guilds or equivalent)
Experience with ATEX environments (desirable)
IOSH or NEBOSH qualified (or working towards)
Proven contractor and stakeholder management experience
CAD and SAP experience preferred
Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Additional Benefits