Project Engineer

Adecco Portugal; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £40k–£43k

Mon-Fri pattern

Varied project portfolio

Training & development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is partnering with a North East manufacturing leader to hire a Project Engineer. The role focuses on coordinating projects from proposal through to completion, delivering improvements, and supporting equipment upgrades across multiple departments.

You will work with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery, proper documentation, and safe, compliant project execution. A strong engineering background and UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering projects from planning to completion.
• Experience in manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering projects from proposal to completion.
• Support site-wide improvement initiatives for efficiency and reliability.
• Specification, procurement and implementation of engineering solutions and production equipment.
• Maintain technical documentation and project records.
• Track timelines, budgets and deliverables.

Skills

Project coordination

Manufacturing engineering

Engineering drawings

Planning and organisation

Problem solving

Multi-project management

Communication skills

Cost management

Supplier liaison

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

The Opportunity

Project Engineer

£40,000 - £43,000 + Benefits

A well‑established manufacturing business in the North East is seeking a Project Engineer to join its engineering function and support a range of business‑critical improvement initiatives.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys combining technical expertise with project coordination responsibilities. Working across multiple departments, you will play a key role in driving operational improvements, supporting equipment‑related projects, and delivering practical engineering solutions that contribute to business performance.

The successful candidate will possess a strong engineering background, excellent organisational skills, and experience delivering projects within an industrial or manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate engineering projects from initial proposal through to successful completion.
• Support site‑wide improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, reliability and performance.
• Assist with the specification, procurement and implementation of engineering solutions and production equipment.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation, project records and engineering drawings where required.
• Work closely with operational and engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Liaise with suppliers, contractors and external service providers throughout project lifecycles.
• Track project timelines, budgets and deliverables, ensuring objectives are achieved within agreed schedules.
• Provide hands‑on engineering support during equipment upgrades, installations and commissioning activities.
• Assist in identifying and resolving technical issues affecting plant performance and productivity.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.
• Ensure all activities are completed in accordance with company health, safety and environmental standards.

Skills & Experience

• HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Previous experience within a Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Design Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience supporting or delivering engineering projects from planning through to completion.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and engineering documentation.
• Experience using engineering design or CAD software would be advantageous.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate activities across different departments.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally.
• Commercial awareness and experience working with project costs, suppliers or contractors.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

• Formal Project Management training or qualifications.
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, production or process‑driven environments.
• Understanding of Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing or operational excellence methodologies.
• Experience supporting machinery, equipment upgrades or production improvement projects.
• Exposure to multi‑site operations, supplier management or capital expenditure projects.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £40,000 - £43,000
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Varied project portfolio across engineering and manufacturing operations
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on business performance and site development
• Long‑term career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development

This opportunity would suit an engineer looking to further develop their project delivery experience while contributing to a busy and evolving manufacturing operation.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.