Project Engineer

Overview

Join one of the UK’s most respected names in premium drinks production—a business combining craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation. We’re looking for a Project Engineer to deliver key capital and improvement projects across a flagship manufacturing site, shaping the future of distillation, maturation, utilities, and environmental performance. This role is located in Ayrshire and requires full on-site presence. Relocation support is on offer for the right candidate with guidance to help move to Scotland\’s west coast.

Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycles across manufacturing and utilities infrastructure.
• Develop feasibility studies, engineering designs, and contractor scopes.
• Build robust investment cases with clear CAPEX justification.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and HSE teams to ensure compliance and excellence.
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineers to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Track capital performance and embed continuous improvement in project standards.

About You

• Proven experience delivering capital projects within the drinks, chemical, pharmaceutical, or food sectors.
• Degree (or equivalent) in Chemical or Process Engineering.
• Comfortable operating in highly regulated environments (e.g. COMAH).
• A proactive, solutions-focused engineer with ambition to broaden scope and responsibility over time.

What You’ll Bring

• A detail-driven and structured approach to project delivery.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• The ability to work collaboratively across functions and with third-party suppliers.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Industries
• Food and Beverage Services