Project/Production Engineer in Eastleigh

The Project / Production Engineer is responsible for overseeing engineering projects from conception through to completion, combining project management and production engineering expertise to deliver high‑quality, cost‑effective solutions. This role acts as the link between client requirements, manufacturing processes, and cross‑functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Health & Safety
  • Comply with all relevant Health & Safety legislation, company policies and procedures.
  • Promote safe working practices and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
• Quality Management
  • Work in accordance with company quality systems, policies, procedures and standards.
  • Support the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the company’s quality management systems.
  • Operate within corporate policies and frameworks while contributing to strategic improvements where appropriate.
• Project & Technical Responsibilities
  • Act as the primary technical contact for internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor engineering project tasks using the company Task List system.
  • Carry out Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews to ensure equipment designs are suitable for production.
  • Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) within SAP/ERP systems.
  • Resolve technical, planning and budget issues to ensure projects are delivered smoothly and efficiently.
  • Liaise with third‑party contractors to establish realistic timescales and effective working practices.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to suppliers, workshop technicians and assembly teams.
  • Ensure process requirements are effectively integrated into automation and control systems.
  • Lead and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and commissioning activities, including coordinating customer FATs.
  • Manage individual project tasks and associated resources to maximise efficiency in relation to cost, quality and delivery schedules, while providing regular progress updates to Project Managers.
  • Work effectively across multiple engineering disciplines and projects simultaneously.
• Performance
  • Ensure all engineering information and documentation is checked and approved in accordance with company requirements.
  • Take ownership of allocated tasks, ensuring they are completed efficiently while meeting project cost, schedule and quality objectives.
• Corporate Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with other GEA sites to achieve operational efficiencies and shared best practice.
• Personal Development
  • Take responsibility for your own professional development by identifying and agreeing training and development needs.
  • Support change initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
  • Maximise the effective use of all available systems, tools and resources to achieve the highest levels of efficiency, quality and delivery performance.
• Analytical & Data Management
  • Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date information within all relevant business systems in line with your responsibilities.
• Other Duties
  • Undertake any other duties that are reasonably required and are appropriate to your skills, experience and qualifications.
• Personal Objectives
  • Achieve personal performance objectives as agreed and documented within the company’s performance management process.

Profile & Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Engineering or a related technological discipline, preferably Mechanical, Chemical or Process Engineering (or equivalent).
• Proficient in AutoCAD or a similar CAD package (essential).
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical process systems and equipment qualification procedures would be advantageous.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and cross‑functional teams.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.