Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Salary: to £55,000 pa, depending on experience, plus yearly bonus

Located: St. Neots / Cambourne area (Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire)

Own transportation is required due to the company location

Permanent Position

39 hours per week: Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm, Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm

Industry: Processing Equipment Manufacturing

Office-based with travel to customer sites in the UK and potentially overseas

Leading innovator in the design and manufacture of processing machinery/equipment, is seeking a talented engineering Project Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects in the mechanical, processing, installation, food or related engineering environments.

The role requires candidates to live near to the Huntingdon - St. Neots - Cambrdige area and have their own transport because the office is in a rural area.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of contracts from order receipt to successful installation and handover

Collaborate closely with clients and internal departments throughout the project lifecycle

Develop and agree on project scope with customers and sales team

Manage project schedule using Gantt charts

Generate project documentation such as Scope of Supply, timing plans, P&IDs, BOMs, and layout drawings

Source and specify bought-out components and equipment

Oversee equipment delivery, installation, and customer acceptance testing

Handle project changes and ensure timely invoicing

Coordinate subcontractors and oversee installations on-site in the UK and abroad

Requirements

Previous experience in a similar role within a process engineering environment, preferably in the Food Processing Industry

Demonstrated success in managing engineering projects

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with various stakeholders

Enthusiastic and proactive attitude with a problem-solving mindset

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and MS Project

Familiarity with AutoCAD LT

Knowledge of steam systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, pipework, and basic electrical control systems

Valid UK driving licence

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer