Project Engineer

E3 Recruitment; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Project Engineer for a client in the manufacturing sector. The role involves managing the lifecycle of engineering projects from concept to production, with budgets ranging from £2.5k to £2m. Candidates should have a strong engineering background, preferably in high-tech industries, and a relevant degree. This position offers a salary of £55-60k, flexible working hours, and extensive perks including health insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Salary of £55-60k

Flexible working hours

Life Assurance Scheme

Income protection

Health Cash Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

22 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Proven background in a high-tech manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Experience managing full lifecycle engineering projects from concept to production.
• Ability to manage high value and complex procurement activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of engineering projects from concept to production.
• Supervise multiple concurrent technical projects with budgets of £2.5k-£2m.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Skills

Project management

Engineering background

Design for manufacture (DfM)

Understanding of ISO 9001

Budget management

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic, Chemical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics, or Systems)

Job description

Our client is a world-leading manufacturer with a UK and Global presence.We are currently recruiting for a Project Engineer to work at their cutting-edge manufacturing facilities at their site close to the Cambridge area.

The Project Engineer will report into the Head of NPI and manage the full lifecycle of engineering projects (from concept/design to implementation and production), with projects ranging in value from £2.5k to £2m.

What's in it for you as a Project Engineer?

• Salary of £55-60k
• Days based Monday to Friday - flexible hours available
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Life Assurance Scheme X2
• Income protection
• Health Cash Plan & Private Medical Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme | Employee 3% - Employer 6%
• 22 days annual leave + public holidays (30 days overall)
• Holiday purchase and buy back Scheme
• Unrivalled opportunities for both upskilling and career progression, supported with training.

Key Requirements of the Project Engineer:

• Able to manage high value and high complexity capital and plant procurement and support activities
• Proven background in a high-tech, manufacturing, or engineering environment (e.g.electronics, semiconductors, automotive, medical devices, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing)
• Experience managing full lifecycle engineering projects from concept/design to implementation and production
• Managed multiple concurrent technical projects, budgets of £2.5k-£2m
• Familiar with design for manufacture (DfM), product development processes, and process validation
• Strong understanding of relevant regulations, standards or quality systems (e.g.ISO 9001, AS9100, or medical device regulations)
• Degree level qualified in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics or Systems Engineering.

If interested, please apply now…