Project Engineer

Melbreck Technical Recruitment; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team in Dorchester, UK. The ideal candidate will manage design and project delivery for high-performance aerospace systems, demonstrating strong engineering expertise and experience. With a salary of up to £50,000 and attractive benefits, this role is perfect for those passionate about engineering excellence.

Benefits

Company Bonus

Matched Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years' experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience with FEA and CAD is desirable.
• Must be computer literate.
• Valid driving licence and willingness to travel required.

Responsibilities

• Undertake design work according to the parameters set by Lead Engineer.
• Conduct project and programme reviews, updating stakeholders.
• Participate in the manufacture of prototypes and trials.
• Maintain accurate records of hours worked.
• Contribute to KPI production and Root Cause analysis.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

2D drawing

3D CAD

Solidworks

Project management

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

DDM

PDM

Job description

Overview

Project Engineer - Engineering Sector | Precision, Innovation, Excellence

Are you ready to take your engineering career to new heights? We're looking for a Project Engineer to join a leading name in the industry — someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, driving technical innovation, and seeing projects through from concept to completion. You'll work across multidisciplinary teams, managing the delivery of high-performance aerospace systems with precision, efficiency, and creativity.

Role Responsibilities

• Undertake design work in accordance with the parameters set out by the Lead Engineer. This will include analysis via hand or Finite Element Analysis (FEA), 2D drawing, 3D CAD, Solidworks, DDM, PDM and the production of reports/documentation.
• Conduct regular project and programme reviews, reporting to and updating key stakeholders and Customers.
• Participate in / supervise the manufacture of prototypes and trials in which the physical testing of the prototypes / samples is not uncommon.
• Maintain accurate, timely records of hours worked on each project.
• Participate in the initial design, estimating and review of assigned projects.
• Undertake design work in accordance with the parameters set out in the initial design review.
• Contribute to the production of KPI's and identification of Root Cause analysis.

Candidate Requirements

• The role requires an educational standard to minimum HNC/HND and, preferably, to Degree level in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• A minimum of two years' work experience gained in an engineering environment is essential. Experience of FEA and CAD is desirable.
• Computer literacy is a must.
• A valid driving licence and a willingness to travel in the UK and abroad are also required.

Salary and Hours

• Up to £50,000 salary - Depending on experience
• 37.5 hours per week
• Company Bonus
• Matched Pension

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