Project Engineer

Job description

Project Engineer (Mechanical)

• Job Type: Permanent
• Salary: £45,000-£46,000
• Location: Northumberland
• Working Hours: 35.5 hours per week, early finish Fridays

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage assigned projects from inception to completion, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Prepare and present proposals for projects, including cost justifications and progress updates.
• Review and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise across design, development, installation, and commissioning phases.
• Produce and interpret 2D and 3D engineering drawings using design software such as Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Identify and drive process improvements related to quality, machine efficiency, and safety performance.
• Advise on spare parts requirements for new equipment, including recommended minimum stock levels.
• Evaluate potential subcontractors based on cost, delivery performance, and quality metrics.
• Appoint and manage subcontractors, ensuring work complies with safety regulations and industry standards.
• Maintain oversight of activities requiring compliance with relevant construction regulations (e.g., CDM where applicable).
• Ensure all project activities adhere to recognised safety, environmental, and operational standards.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies and authorities when required.
• Identify technical or site-specific issues and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred, or HNC/HND with significant relevant experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience within mechanical engineering, capital project management, or a similar environment.
• Experience managing projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in engineering design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor).

Benefits:

• 25 days annual leave plus fixed days at Christmas and all standard bank holidays.
• Pension scheme (salary sacrifice) with employer contributions up to 9%, depending on employee contributions.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
• Company sick pay based on length of service.
• Life insurance at 5× annual salary.
• Subsidised staff canteen.

To apply for the Project Engineer (Mechanical) position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Northumberland

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

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