Project Engineer

Melbreck technical recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based engineering company is seeking a Project Engineer to manage complex projects within food processing. You will ensure successful delivery, maintain project schedules, and engage with clients directly. Ideal candidates will have experience in engineering projects and strong communication skills, along with proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD LT. This role offers a chance to work on cutting-edge solutions and travel internationally.

Benefits

Opportunity for international travel

Work in a market-leading company

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in food processing or a process engineering environment.
• Ability to collaborate across business functions.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from order to successful installation and handover.
• Develop project scope with clients and the sales team.
• Produce key project documentation like P&IDs and BOMs.

Skills

Proven experience delivering engineering projects

Strong communication skills

Enthusiastic and proactive

Proficiency in MS Office

Skilled in AutoCAD LT

Knowledge of steam systems and pneumatics

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD LT

Job description

Overview

Project Engineer – Bedfordshire

Salary: £55,000

Office-based with some UK and international travel

UK-based engineering company specialising in designing, manufacturing, and installing turnkey food processing systems.

Our client designs and manufactures cutting-edge food processing equipment, and they are looking for a talented Project Engineer to join their dynamic projects team. If you thrive on variety, responsibility, and delivering engineering solutions that make a difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

About the Role

As a Project Engineer, you’ll manage projects from order to successful installation and handover. Acting as the primary customer contact, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and agreeing project scope with clients and the sales team
• Owning and maintaining project schedules (Gantt charts)
• Producing key project documentation (P&IDs, BOMs, layouts, timing plans, etc.)
• Specifying and sourcing components and equipment
• Organising delivery, installation, and overseeing subcontractors where required
• Managing Factory Acceptance Testing, packing, shipping, and Site Acceptance Testing
• Delivering training and final project handover to clients
• Ensuring commercial awareness and timely invoicing throughout the project lifecycle

You’ll split your time between the office and customer sites. UK overnight stays and some overseas travel will be part of the role.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience delivering engineering projects, ideally within food processing or a process engineering environment
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across all business functions
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and organised with a “can-do” attitude
• Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project
• Skilled in AutoCAD LT
• Knowledge of steam systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, pipework, and basic electrical controls (beneficial)
• Full UK driving licence

What’s in It for You?

• Be part of a market-leading, innovative company shaping the future of food processing
• Work on varied, complex projects with international exposure
• Opportunity to travel and gain global experience
• Join a supportive and collaborative projects team where your ideas make an impact

Ready to take the next step?

If you’re excited by the challenge of delivering engineering excellence and want to grow your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!