Project Engineer in Nottingham

Energy Jobline AZ; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider is searching for a Project Engineer in Nottingham. The role involves supporting project managers in delivering engineering projects, ensuring timely progress and technical accuracy. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in automation or materials handling, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This position offers a salary between £40,000 and £60,000 with a performance-related bonus and 25 days holiday.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for internal training

Exposure to large-scale automation projects

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager role.
• Background in Automation, Materials Handling, Conveyors or Machinery.
• Experience taking projects through design and delivery stages.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in delivering projects from design to installation.
• Coordinate with internal design teams to ensure technical accuracy.
• Track project schedules, risks and progress using internal systems.

Skills

Project management

Automation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer

Location: Nottingham (NG6) Salary: £40,000 - £60,000 (DOE) Bonus Holidays: 25 Days Bank Holidays

The Role

We’re looking for a Project Engineer to join a market‑leading automation and materials handling specialist, delivering turnkey solutions to some of the biggest names in logistics and warehousing. As Project Engineer, you’ll work closely with Project Managers to deliver complex engineering projects from concept through to installation, ensuring each stage stays on time, on budget and to specification. You’ll act as the technical link between design, production and project delivery teams, supporting the successful rollout of automation systems for major clients. This is a perfect opportunity for an ambitious engineer who enjoys variety, technical challenge and seeing their work make an impact in real‑world, high‑performance environments.

Your Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in delivering projects from design to installation.
• Coordinate with internal design teams to ensure technical accuracy and timely progress.
• Review and check engineering drawings prior to release.
• Ensure project milestones are achieved on time and within budget.
• Attend client meetings, site surveys and installation reviews as required.
• Track project schedules, risks and progress using internal systems.
• Provide technical input to ensure designs meet functional requirements.
• Promote collaboration and communication between departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Manager role.
• Background in Automation, Materials Handling, Conveyors or Machinery.
• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience taking projects through design and delivery stages.
• Strong communication, organisational and people‑management skills.
• Comfortable leading smaller projects or sections of larger ones.
• Confident liaising with clients and managing multiple priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites as required.

The Benefits

• Salary between £40,000 – £60,000 DOE
• Performance‑related bonus
• 25 days holiday, bank holidays
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunities for internal training and career development
• Exposure to large‑scale, high‑profile automation projects
• Collaborative and technically strong team environment

The Company

Our client is one of the UK’s largest independent manufacturers and integrators of conveyor and automation systems, supplying full turnkey material‑handling solutions to the logistics, warehousing and FMCG sectors. The company designs, fabricates and assembles all systems in‑house. Our client continues to expand thanks to its reputation for quality, reliability and end‑to‑end delivery expertise.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced Project Engineer looking to join a growing business, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at [email removed] or give me a call on [phone number removed].

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of marital status, civil partnership or any other protected characteristics.