Project Engineer -Manchester

Fractory; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fractory is seeking a Project Engineer in Manchester to bridge customer ideas with real-world manufacturing. The role requires a hands-on individual with 3+ years of experience and proficiency in CAD, focused on optimizing designs and ensuring project success.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Equity options

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible benefits platform

Healthcare reimbursement

Pension scheme (3% from Fractory)

Regular team events & socials

Central Manchester office + £2/day car parking support

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in engineering or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in CAD software.
• Experience in project management favoured.

Responsibilities

• Analyze customer specifications and assess manufacturability.
• Prepare competitive quotes based on production costs.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure smooth project execution.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree

Tools

CAD (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Solid Edge)

Job description

We’re hiring: Project Engineer (Manchester, Hybrid)

Fractory is reshaping the manufacturing industry — and we’re growing fast. To keep up, we’re looking for a Project Engineer who’s both analytical and hands-on, loves solving technical puzzles, and thrives in a collaborative team where no two days are the same.

You’ll be the bridge between customer ideas and real-world manufacturing. That means reviewing drawings, identifying the best production approach, and keeping projects running smoothly from quote to delivery.

You’ll thrive in this role if you…

Have 3+ years of experience in engineering or manufacturing

Use CAD confidently (Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, etc.)

Are based near Manchester and can come into the office a few times a week

Like structure but handle fast-changing environments with ease

Enjoy problem-solving and finding better ways of doing things

Bonus points if you’ve worked with CRMs, have project management experience, or have a mechanical engineering degree.

What you’ll do:

• Analyse customer specifications, drawings, and requirements to assess manufacturability and identify potential risks
• Recommend optimal designs and materials for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and quality
• Prepare accurate and competitive quotes based on production costs, timeline estimates, quality, and material procurement
• Collaborate with the sales team to align quotes with customer expectations and project constraints
• Proactively identify and resolve issues throughout production, minimising delays and ensuring smooth execution
• Participate or take the lead on the problem-solving process for troubled orders, and effectively communicate with sales, suppliers, and customers to resolve issues
• Work continually with our suppliers' network to improve performance
• Manage communication and collaboration with internal teams and external partners
• Collaborate with your team to identify and implement improvements that continually refine our processes and workflows
  
  

What you get:

• Competitive salary
• Equity options
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Juno flexible benefits platform
• MediCash healthcare reimbursement
• Pension scheme (3% from Fractory)
• Regular team events & socials
• Central Manchester office + £2/day car parking support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• International team and modern tooling
  
  

Hiring process (quick & clear):

• 30-min intro call with our recruiter
• 30-min tech/team-fit chat
• Office visit to meet a team for a brief tech assessment
• Final interview with leadership
  
  

We aim to keep the full process smooth and respectful of your time — expect 2–3 weeks from first chat to offer.

Ready to apply?

At Fractory, we prioritise quality, ownership, and courage. If you enjoy solving real-world problems, learning quickly, and seeing the impact of your work, you’ll feel at home here.

Hit “apply” and let's talk!