Project Engineering Manager

TN United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned British food company as a Project Engineering Manager, where you will oversee the development of innovative engineering projects. This role involves leading project teams, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and managing resources to deliver successful outcomes. You will play a crucial part in shaping the future of beloved food products, contributing to a culture of inclusion and authenticity. If you have a passion for engineering and a background in the food industry, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Up to 7.5% pension contribution

Life assurance

On-site staff discount shop

Free on-site parking

Access to discounts at nationwide retailers

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Sharesave Scheme

Occupational Health benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Food/FMCG capital project management.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of engineering projects and feasibility studies.
• Manage health and safety aspects of capital projects.

Skills

Project Management

Capital Project Management

Food/FMCG Experience

CAD Literacy

PLC Design

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

Engineering Degree

Tools

MS Project

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07.05.2025

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Job Description:

Based - Stoke on Trent, ST4 6PH

Salary £50,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience

Working hours - Monday - Friday, 39 hours per week

We are recruiting for a Project Engineering Manager to join our established Engineering department at our Mr Kipling bakery in Stoke on Trent, where we make the nation's favourite Mr Kipling cakes.

What you will be doing:

• Development of pipeline of suitable projects, including feasibility studies and cost benefit analysis
• Lead compilation of capital authority request documentation/narrative
• Engage end users in developing engineering scope
• Develop functional design specifications in compliance with engineering & Premier specifications
• Select preferred suppliers through a robust process, including contract application
• Manage all health and safety aspects of capital projects (e.g., CDM requirements)
• Report project progress, track milestones, activities, priorities, and financials
• Ensure compliance at pre-delivery milestones to user acceptance test protocols
• Manage key resources through to project delivery
• Manage post-delivery processes including installation, commissioning, and training

What we need from you:

• An Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of Food/FMCG background
• Extensive capital project management experience with a customer focus
• Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., IEE 17th Edition, DSEAR, etc)
• Successful delivery record of engineering capital projects in FMCG, emphasizing specification, integration, and implementation
• CAD literate and proficient in MS Project
• Control system and PLC design/specifications experience
• Strong knowledge of Rockwell/Allen Bradley control systems

What we offer in return:

• Up to 7.5% pension contribution
• Life assurance
• On-site staff discount shop
• Free on-site parking
• Access to "The Hamper" with discounts at nationwide retailers
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health, and Wellbeing Benefits
• Sharesave Scheme
• Other salary sacrifice benefits

A great British food company

Premier Foods is one of Britain’s largest listed food companies, employing over 4,000 colleagues across 15 manufacturing sites and offices nationwide.

Many of our brands have been part of UK life for over a century, found in 94% of British households.

At Premier Foods, we believe in inclusion, authenticity, and individuality. We strive to provide equitable opportunities for all colleagues, respecting and valuing their true selves, regardless of who they are, what they look like, who they love, or their beliefs. Our culture is one of openness and welcome.