Project Engineer

CV Technical; Waingroves; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

CV Technical is seeking a Project Engineer to lead end-to-end capital projects in Ripley, delivering on time and within budget. The role combines hands-on engineering with cross-functional coordination across internal teams and external suppliers, including FAT/SAT milestones.

You will own technical specifications, commissioning, and handover, driving improvements in manufacturing capability while reporting progress weekly and monthly to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering with hands-on experience in production/manufacturing.
• Proven experience in project management within industrial settings.
• Strong technical understanding and ability to prioritise multiple deliverables.
• Experience with FAT/SAT and equipment commissioning.
• Proficient with AutoCAD, CMMS and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead all five project phases from feasibility to FAT/SAT.
• Deliver capital projects on time and on budget.
• Coordinate internal teams and suppliers to specify and install equipment.
• Own installation, commissioning, and readiness of services.
• Maintain snagging, aftercare, and full project documentation.
• Provide weekly updates and monthly formal reports.
• Coordinate contractors and ensure compliance and parts planning.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering

Electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

CMMS

MS Office

Project planning software

Job description

Project Engineer - Manufacturing | Ripley, Derbyshire

Location: Ripley, Derbyshire

Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Sector: Manufacturing / Engineering

Salary: £46,400 + Bonus

An established manufacturing company based in Ripley is looking for a Project Engineer to join their team and lead end-to-end project delivery for a key product line. This is a pivotal role within a small but high-performing engineering team, offering the chance to own and deliver impactful capital investment projects from concept to completion.

The successful candidate will play a central part in managing technical specifications, coordinating multi-disciplinary stakeholders, and ensuring project delivery meets both operational and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all five phases of project management - from feasibility and planning, through execution, monitoring, and final sign-off (FAT/SAT).
• Deliver capital investment projects on time, on budget, and in line with business objectives.
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers (including international OEMs) to specify, source, and implement new manufacturing equipment.
• Own the installation and commissioning process, ensuring all services, utilities, and support infrastructure are prepared in advance.
• Manage snagging, aftercare, and documentation to ensure full project closure and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain regular communication with key stakeholders, providing weekly updates and formal monthly reporting.
• Coordinate contractors, ensure compliance, and manage equipment servicing/critical parts planning via internal systems.

Candidate Profile

• Background in mechanical or electrical engineering with hands-on experience; time-served (e.g. apprenticeship route) in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in project management within an industrial or engineering setting.
• Strong technical understanding and the ability to manage and prioritise multiple project deliverables.
• Comfortable preparing technical and investment documentation and communicating clearly across functions and with external partners.
• Experience with Factory and Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT).
• Digitally fluent with MS Office, AutoCAD, CMMS, and project planning software.
• Highly organized, proactive, and able to work independently to drive results.

Why Join?

• Work in a highly impactful role within a supportive, skilled team.
• Be a key player in driving long-term operational improvements and strategic investment.
• Join a company that values innovation, continuous improvement, and engineering excellence.