Project Engineer: Production Scheduling & Expediting

Chess Engineering; Welshpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom seeks a detail-oriented Project Engineer to focus on production scheduling and expediting. This role is vital for ensuring efficient project delivery by supporting the production team. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering and experience in project engineering, particularly within steel fabrication or mining. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for ongoing development and career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Career progression pathways

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Experience in project engineering, steel fabrication, mining, or defence-related industries.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, production planning, and expediting processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Track progress, monitor key milestones, and expedite tasks to ensure production targets are met.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Project scheduling

Production planning

Communication

Outcome-driven mindset

Education

Degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom seeks a detail-oriented Project Engineer to focus on production scheduling and expediting. This role is vital for ensuring efficient project delivery by supporting the production team. Candidates should possess a degree in Mechanical or Structural Engineering and experience in project engineering, particularly within steel fabrication or mining. The position offers a competitive salary and a supportive work environment, with opportunities for ongoing development and career progression.