Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm in Leicester seeks a Project Engineer to manage engineering projects' end-to-end delivery. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, experience in construction projects, and strong mechanical design knowledge. The benefits include a generous pension, private medical cover, and an annual bonus, making it an attractive opportunity for skilled engineers.

Benefits

Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution)

Private Medical Cover

36 days holiday

Annual Bonus (Up to 30%)

Life insurance (4x annual salary)

Ongoing training and development

Additional holiday purchase scheme

Various well-being initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering construction projects from design through commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, site safety, and contractor management.
• UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engineering projects from approval to completion.
• Develop mechanical designs and technical drawings, ensuring compliance.
• Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical design expertise

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of site safety

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Project Engineer
Construction/ Civil
£33,000 - £37000 + Private Medical + Annual Bonus (Up to 30%) + Excellent Company Benefits + 36 days holiday +12% pension
Location - Leicester

Are you a Project Engineer with experience working on Construction/ Civil projects from start to finish? Do you want to work for a company that has won multiple awards as the UK's Best Workplace, as well as having the best benefits package on the market, and offers continuous specialized and OEM training/ development throughout your career?

This long-running company has large-scale industrial sites spread across the UK and is a leader in the renewable energy field. Within the UK, they have a massive presence, particularly in the natural products and renewable fuel markets.

In this pivotal role, you\'ll manage end-to-end delivery of engineering projects—from concept and design through to procurement, construction, and commissioning. You\'ll be working on fuel pipeline infrastructure projects that are critical to national operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your technical expertise, problem-solving mindset, and project management skills to the industry leading company.

The Role

• Plan and deliver engineering projects from approval to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Develop mechanical designs and technical drawings, lead design reviews, and ensure compliance with all standards and regulations.
• Prepare and assess tender documents, manage supplier relationships, and monitor project spend.
• Oversee on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and commissioning processes are executed effectively.

The Person

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (Construction or Civil)
• Proven experience delivering construction projects from design through commissioning
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, site safety, and contractor management
• UK driving licence

The Benefits

• Generous pension (up to 12% employer contribution)
• Private Medical Cover
• 36 days holiday
• Annual Bonus (Up to 30%)
• Life insurance (4x annual salary)
• Ongoing training and development
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Various well-being initiatives

Reference Number: BBBH261645
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Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.