Project Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; North East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)

Enhanced parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is seeking a Project Engineer (Mechanical) in Northumberland. The role is permanent with a 35.5-hour work week and an early finish on Fridays.

You will manage projects from inception to completion, prepare proposals, review drawings, and provide mechanical expertise across design, development, installation and commissioning phases. The candidate should have 3–5 years in mechanical engineering, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, capital projects or similar.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery within timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Prepare and present proposals for projects including cost justifications and progress updates.
• Review technical drawings and engineering specifications for compliance and accuracy.

Skills

Project management

Team coordination

Design software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

HNC/HND with experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £45,000-£46,000

Location: Northumberland

Working Hours: 35.5 hours per week, early finish FridaysDay-to-day of the role:

• Manage assigned projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present proposals for projects, including cost justifications and progress updates.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise across design, development, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Produce and interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings using design software such as Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Identify and drive process improvements related to quality, machine efficiency, and safety performance.
• Advise on spare parts requirements for new equipment, including recommended minimum stock levels.
• Evaluate potential subcontractors based on cost, delivery performance, and quality metrics.
• Appoint and manage subcontractors, ensuring work complies with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain oversight of activities requiring compliance with relevant construction regulations (e.g., CDM where applicable).
• Ensure all project activities adhere to recognised safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies and authorities when required.
• Identify technical or site-specific issues and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred, or HNC/HND with significant relevant experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience within mechanical engineering, capital project management, or a similar environment.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor).

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus fixed days at Christmas and all standard bank holidays.
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice) with employer contributions up to 9%, depending on employee contributions.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
• Company sick pay based on length of service.
• Life insurance at 5× annual salary.
• Subsidised staff canteen.