Project Engineer

Zest; Newport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Project Engineer to drive transformational changes in their facilities. This role involves leading engineering projects, managing teams, and working with contractors to deliver installations and site upgrades. The ideal candidate should have strong MS Office skills and a good understanding of engineering practices. Join a team committed to improving high-volume food production processes. Competitive salary offered in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in MS Office suite, particularly Excel and project planning tools.
• Understanding of engineering lifecycles and maintenance practices is crucial.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies, such as PRINCE2, is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering projects including machinery installations and site upgrades.
• Manage project governance, documentation, procurement, and timelines.
• Coordinate suppliers and contractors, ensuring all standards are met.

Skills

Strong MS Office skills

Understanding of engineering lifecycles

Knowledge of project management methodologies

Job description

Position: Project Engineer
Location: Newport, South Wales (commutable from Bristol, Newport, Cwmbran, Cardiff and surrounding areas)
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000
Hours: Monday - Friday

About the Opportunity

Step into a role where your engineering expertise can make a real impact. Join a major UK food manufacturer with large-scale operational, big ambitions, and continuous investment, this is your chance to shape the future of high-volume food production set up for success!

What You'll Be Doing

As a Project Engineer, you'll be at the heart of transformational change, leading major investment projects that upgrade, modernise, and future-proof a fast-paced manufacturing site. From installing new equipment to delivering site expansions, you'll take ownership of end-to-end project delivery, working with multi-disciplinary teams and managing sizeable budgets. This is a role where variety is guaranteed, responsibility is real, and your ideas can drive genuine improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering projects including machinery installations, relocations, and site upgrades
• Manage project governance, documentation, procurement, and timelines
• Coordinate suppliers and contractors, ensuring hygiene, FAT/SAT, PUWER, and quality standards are met
• Raise and manage CAPEX, budgets, and supplier quotations
• Oversee permits, contractors, and site safety compliance
• Build strong working relationships with operations, production, and engineering teams

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Strong MS Office skills
• Understanding of engineering lifecycles and maintenance practices
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2) is a bonus