Project Engineer - Mechanical Bias

Whitworths Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead transformative capital projects at their manufacturing site. This hands-on role involves designing mechanical systems, managing installations, and ensuring project success across departments. Ideal candidates will have strong AutoCAD and project management skills, as well as experience in an FMCG environment. The position offers competitive benefits including 33 days holiday and a workplace pension.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Competitive salary & pension

Family-friendly benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience designing and installing production lines using multiple suppliers.
• Strong capital project management skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Create precise AutoCAD layouts and project documentation for mechanical systems.
• Support installations of production and site equipment directly.
• Manage contractors, issue permits, and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Project management

AutoCAD proficiency

Health & Safety familiarity

Mechanical systems design

Financial fluency

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

About The RoleJoin Whitworths as a Project Engineer - Mechanic BiasDrive Innovation. Deliver Impact. Shape the Future of Food.Are you a hands-on engineer who thrives on bringing ideas to life? Do you have a passion for project management, innovation, and seeing tangible results? If so, Whitworths wants you to lead transformative capital projects that will shape the future of our manufacturing site.Your MissionAs a Mechanical Project Engineer, you'll be at the heart of our Engineering team-owning and delivering critical projects from concept to commissioning. You'll collaborate across departments, engage with suppliers, and oversee installations that elevate our operational capability.

What You'll Do

• Design with Purpose: Create precise AutoCAD layouts and project documentation for new and upgraded mechanical systems
• Get Hands-On: Support installations of production and site equipment directly—you're not just behind the desk
• Collaborate to Innovate: Work with suppliers to source the best equipment, balancing performance with value
• Make It Happen: Lead projects from scoping to sign-off-building investment cases, timelines, and budgets
• Own the Outcome: Manage contractors, issue permits, enforce safety, and keep everything on track
• Drive Results: Keep stakeholders informed with clear updates and keep our project systems sharp and up to date

Big Projects, Big Impact

• Creating a new mixing production area and installing cutting-edge machinery
• Developing a new cold storage warehouse extension
• Installing advanced nut production lines and feeders
• Site-wide infrastructure enhancements—from roadway development to equipment replacement
• Supporting sustainability and food safety initiatives like heat treatment and packaging improvements

Who We're Looking For

You're a proactive, skilled engineer with a track record of delivering complex projects in a fast-paced environment.

Essentials

• Experience designing and installing production lines using multiple suppliers
• Strong capital project management skills
• Familiarity with Health & Safety in an FMCG or manufacturing setting
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Project
• Solid command of MS Office, especially Excel
• Financial fluency—budgeting, reporting, and investment planning

Bonus Points For

• Experience in food manufacturing
• A mindset for continuous improvement and innovation

Work for. You will receive a competitive salary, 33 days holiday, a workplace pension, and in addition, you'll also have access to a number of family friendly, health and lifestyle benefits. Culturally, we believe strongly in investing in our people, developing them in role and developing their careers within Whitworths. Don't just take our word for it, our people say the same, as demonstrated by our recent accreditation from Investors In People.

Why Choose Whitworths

• 33 days holiday
• Competitive salary & pension
• Family-friendly benefits
• A chance to lead visible, site-wide transformation
• Real investment in your professional growth
• A supportive, ambitious culture backed by our Investors in People accreditation