Project Engineer

Tech Connect Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team in the East Midlands. Ideal candidates will have around 3 years of hands-on experience in suspension systems, gearbox internals, or similar technical areas. You will support the Head of Engineering, lead engineering tasks, and mentor junior members while contributing to design and development phases. This mid-level opportunity offers a competitive salary of GBP40,000 - GBP50,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in suspension systems, gearbox internals, hydraulic systems, or clutch systems.
• 3+ years in a relevant engineering field.
• Leadership capability in a technical environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and report directly to the Head of Engineering.
• Lead engineering tasks and manage project activities.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Suspension systems

Gearbox internals

Hydraulic systems

Clutch systems

3D CAD background

Strong communication

Leadership traits

Tools

Creo

Job description

Project Engineer

Salary: GBP40,000 - GBP50,000 depending on experience

Location: Office-Based - East Midlands

Type: Permanent, Full time

Our client:

Our client, a highly specialised engineering firm, operating within the motorsport/ high-end automotive industry.

The opportunity:

They are looking for a Project Engineer to join their growing team. This is an early-stage search, and they are keen to engage with individuals who blend hands-on engineering expertise with strong project coordination skills.

This is a mid-level opportunity, ideal for someone with around 3+ years of experience in a relevant engineering field and looking to step into a role that offers technical depth, leadership potential, and close involvement in ongoing development projects.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting and reporting directly to the Head of Engineering.
• Taking a lead role on engineering tasks (approx. 60%) while also managing project activities (approx. 40%).
• Mentoring and guiding junior team members within a small, tight-knit technical group.
• Working on specialist mechanical systems, contributing to both design and development phases.

What they're Looking For:

To be successful, candidates must have hands-on experience in at least one of the following technical areas:

• Suspension systems
• Gearbox internals
• Hydraulic systems
• Clutch systems

Preferred Skills & Tools:

• Experience with Creo CAD software is ideal, but those with a strong 3D CAD background in other platforms will still be considered.
• Strong communication and leadership traits-this is just as much about character fit as it is capability.

If you're an engineer with a background in specialist drivetrain or motion-control components and you're looking to play a key role in a fast-evolving team, we'd love to hear from you.