Project Engineer: Hands-On Leadership in Mechanical Solutions

Orion Electrotech Ltd; Cradley Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join its expanding engineering services team. The role covers projects from enquiry to completion across mechanical engineering, manufacturing, repair and site-service applications.

You will work closely with customers, suppliers, workshop teams and subcontractors to deliver high-quality engineering solutions, combining technical know-how with strong customer-facing skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years' experience in a mechanical engineering environment and in a Project Engineering role.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects from initial enquiry through to successful delivery.
• Attend customer sites to assess requirements and carry out technical surveys.
• Produce project scopes, technical documentation and engineering reports.
• Prepare quotations and support commercial project activities.
• Coordinate manufacturing, repair, fabrication and subcontracted work packages.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, ensuring quality, cost and delivery expectations are achieved.
• Prepare troubleshooting, root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all projects are delivered safely and in accordance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project engineering

Communication

Organisational skills

Travel to client sites

Job description

Orion Electrotech Ltd is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join its expanding engineering services team. The role covers projects from enquiry to completion across mechanical engineering, manufacturing, repair and site-service applications.

You will work closely with customers, suppliers, workshop teams and subcontractors to deliver high-quality engineering solutions, combining technical know-how with strong customer-facing skills.