Project Engineer/Manager - Mechanical

CV Technical; Retford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

End-of-year bonus

Company car

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

CV Technical is recruiting for a Mechanical Project Manager / Project Engineer based in Retford, Nottinghamshire. The role covers end-to-end project leadership from design to commissioning in hygienic process environments, with a focus on pumps, valves and process equipment.

The position offers a competitive salary (£40k-£55k) plus a bonus, company car, and benefits, and requires travel across the UK and occasional international sites.

Qualifications

• Experience leading mechanical projects from concept to commissioning.
• Strong CAD skills and ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Proven track record in budgets, schedules and contractor management.
• Experience in hygienic process systems, dairy or beverage industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical projects from concept through commissioning.
• Oversee budgets, timescales, purchasing and contractor management.
• Design and develop mechanical process systems for food and beverage sectors.
• Produce quotations and technical proposals for clients.
• Coordinate with customers and internal teams to deliver on time.

Skills

Project management

CAD (AutoCAD/SolidWorks)

Pumps/valves/piping

Budget & timelines

Client-facing comms

UK travel

Education

Mechanical engineering apprenticeship

HNC/HND

Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Mechanical Project Manager / Project Engineer

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 Per Annum + Bonus

Location: Retford, Nottinghamshire

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8am - 5pm | Friday, 8am - 4pm

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Company

CV Technical are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering company specialising in process and packaging equipment for the food, dairy, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.

Our client is a well-established and highly respected engineering business providing specialist mechanical process solutions, including the design, installation and commissioning of industrial equipment.

Due to continued growth and expansion, they are looking for an experienced Mechanical Project Manager / Project Engineer to join their engineering team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a mechanically biased engineer with experience in hygienic process systems, liquid processing or dairy manufacturing to take ownership of exciting engineering projects, from initial design and quotation through to installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical engineering projects from initial concept through to completion and commissioning.
• Oversee project budgets, timescales, purchasing, labour requirements and contractor management.
• Design and develop mechanical process systems for food, dairy and beverage manufacturing environments.
• Work with equipment including pumps, valves, tanks, vessels, pipework, heat exchangers and processing machinery.
• Produce and review technical drawings using AutoCAD, SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Prepare quotations, cost estimates and technical proposals for customers.
• Liaise with customers to understand their requirements and develop suitable engineering solutions.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers and internal engineering teams throughout project delivery.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to the required specifications.
• Monitor project profitability, capital expenditure (CAPEX) and resource allocation.
• Support the installation, testing and commissioning of mechanical processing equipment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, including CDM regulations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers and contractors.
• Identify opportunities for additional projects and new business.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer, Project Manager or similar engineering position.
• Experience within hygienic liquid processing, dairy, food or beverage manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Strong mechanical engineering background with knowledge of pumps, valves, tanks, pipework and process equipment.
• Experience managing engineering projects, budgets, contractors and project timescales.
• Knowledge of mechanical design and CAD software, ideally AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Good understanding of process engineering and industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Experience preparing quotations, technical specifications and project costings.
• Strong communication, organisational and customer-facing skills.
• Mechanical engineering apprenticeship, HNC, HND, degree or equivalent engineering qualification.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements and CDM regulations.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites across the UK and Ireland, with occasional international travel.

Salary & Benefits

• Basic Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Bonus: End-of-year bonus scheme.
• Company Car: Provided.
• Overtime: Paid at 1.5x.
• Working Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8am - 5pm | Friday, 8am - 4pm.
• Holidays: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private Healthcare.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Employee Benefits Scheme.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of mechanical engineering and process installation projects