Mechanical Project Engineer

Description

You’ll work in a technically challenging environment where you’ll influence plant performance, investment decisions, and continuous improvement. The business has a strong reputation for quality, safety, and engineering excellence.

• Prepare cost/efficiency assessments for new or replacement machinery.
• Reporting to the Operations Director, you will:Deliver technical solutions to manufacturing challenges, including specifying, sourcing, and installing plant equipment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal safety standards.
• Visit supplier sites and company locations as required.
• Lead cost, quality, and safety improvement initiatives.
• Manage engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring budget and timeline control.
• Work closely with maintenance, production, and safety teams to resolve engineering issues.
• Design special-purpose machinery or modify existing systems.

Requirements

If you’re a proactive engineer who enjoys delivering results and driving improvement, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with Escape Recruitment for a confidential chat.

• Experience in heavy engineering or manufacturing with strong mechanical capability.
• CAD proficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• An engineering degree or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of UK/international engineering standards and machinery safety regulations.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance