Project Engineer Automation & Special Purpose Equipment

Resourcing Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Project Engineer with expertise in automation and special purpose equipment. You will oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and specifications. Candidates should have a background in FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or Automotive sectors, along with strong communication and project management skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £45,000 to £52,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience delivering automation or special purpose equipment projects.
• Background in FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or Automotive sectors.
• Proven project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from order to completion.
• Liaise with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and regulations.

Skills

Project Management

Strong Communication

Commercial Awareness

Job description

Job Description

Project Engineer Automation & Special Purpose Equipment

Cheltenham

£45,000 £52,000 per annum + Benefits

Permanent Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with a background in automation and special purpose equipment, ideally within FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or Automotive environments.

You will take full ownership of assigned projects, acting as the main point of contact for customers and suppliers, while ensuring projects are delivered on time, to specification, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage projects from order to completion
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal teams (Design, Manufacturing, Procurement, Installation)
• Chair project review meetings and attend customer and supplier sites
• Maintain financial control and support project reporting
• Support sales, proposals, and planning activities
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, CE marking, and current legislation
• Ensure equipment meets customer and regulatory requirements

About You

• Experience delivering automation or special purpose equipment projects
• Background in FMCG, Pharmaceutical, or Automotive sectors
• Strong communication, project management, and commercial awareness

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