Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Kingston Barnes Ltd; Lydney; Sur place; GBP 42 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health care scheme

Pension plan (5% employer 5% employee)

25 days + Bank holidays

Sick pay scheme

Résumé du poste

Kingston Barnes Ltd in Cinderford, Gloucestershire, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead mechanical projects and play a pivotal role in site engineering performance. The role requires ownership of project delivery, close collaboration with stakeholders, and budget oversight.

You will also participate in Duty Engineer duties on selected weekends, contributing to safe, reliable operations and continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's-level mechanical engineering education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years in technical/engineering roles within continuous process/manufacturing environments.
• Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and project delivery.
• Experience driving multiple projects from start to finish and coordinating with stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Project management skills and experience managing contractor teams.

Responsabilités

• Lead mechanical engineering projects from development through delivery.
• Support the Project Manager with site-wide projects including budget management.
• Ensure projects are effectively planned, risk-assessed and delivered on time.
• Take ownership of project delivery, and manage weekend Duty Engineer responsibilities (about one weekend in ten).

Connaissances

Project leadership

Mechanical engineering

Health & Safety

Contractor management

Budget management

Delivery ownership

Formation

Mechanical Engineering Degree

HND

HNC

Description du poste

Mechanical Project Engineer

Location: Cinderford, Gloucestershire

Salary: Up to £70,000

Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with proven experience leading engineering projects?

Kingston Barnes are recruiting for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join a major manufacturing operation in the Cinderford area. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a high-performing maintenance function and play a pivotal role in site engineering performance.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading mechanical engineering projects from development through to delivery, working closely with key site stakeholders to ensure projects are effectively planned and executed. The role will also involve supporting the Project Manager with site-wide projects, including budget management and control. The successful candidate will be expected to manage assigned projects safely and effectively, demonstrate the ability to lead projects with a sense of urgency when required to meet critical deadlines, and take ownership of project delivery and performance. The role will also include undertaking Duty Engineer responsibilities during designated weekend periods, approximately one weekend in ten.

About You

• Mechanical Engineering Degree, HND or HNC (or equivalent).
• 5+ years’ experience in a technical or engineering role within a continuous process, manufacturing or heavy engineering environment.
• Strong technical understanding of mechanical engineering principles
• Proven experience of taking engineering projects from start to completion
• Ability to drive projects forward
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Project Management skills
• Managing teams such as contractors

Benefits

• Up to £70,000 per annum
• Monday to Friday
• 25 days + Bank holidays
• Sick pay scheme
• Health care scheme
• Pension plan (5% employer 5% employee)

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position