Project Engineer

Job description

Project Engineer | FMCG Manufacturing

£50,000 – £55,000

Burton Upon Trent

We’re working with a leading FMCG manufacturing business that has recently invested £50+ million into its site, technology, and infrastructure. As part of this growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Project Engineer to support and deliver a diverse portfolio of engineering projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business in a strong position, offering stability, investment, and long-term career development.

The Role:

As Project Engineer, you’ll take full ownership of projects from initial concept through to completion, including:

• Managing multiple engineering and capital projects end-to-end
• Defining project scope, budgets, timelines, and deliverables
• Coordinating contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Supporting installation, commissioning, and handover into production
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget

✅ What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer within an FMCG manufacturing environment (essential)
• Strong background delivering projects from start to finish
• Experience managing capital expenditure projects
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and high-speed production environments
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills

Interested?

Apply via LinkedIn or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Burton Upon Trent

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

30-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English