At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting engineering projects from concept to completion in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a leading food manufacturing company with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, supportive team culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and offers career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by improving production efficiency and safety in the food industry.
- Qualifications: NVQ level 3 in Engineering or equivalent experience required; problem-solving skills essential.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Monday - Friday Days £60,000 Manchester
Key Responsibilities
- Lead engineering and capital projects from concept and specification through to installation, commissioning and handover.
- Develop project scopes, budgets, timelines and delivery plans.
- Work with internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for improvement and develop practical engineering solutions.
- Manage contractors, suppliers and engineering partners throughout project delivery.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within agreed budgets.
- Produce and maintain project documentation, risk assessments, technical specifications and progress reports.
- Support the installation and commissioning of new machinery, production equipment and site infrastructure.
- Identify opportunities to improve OEE, productivity, yield, energy efficiency and equipment reliability.
- Ensure engineering projects comply with relevant food safety, hygiene, health & safety and legislative requirements.
- Coordinate planned shutdowns and minimise disruption to production.
- Monitor project performance, resolve issues and provide regular updates to management.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
Qualifications:
- Minimum NVQ level 3 in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in a projects role within a manufacturing environment, preferably in the food industry.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
Projects Engineer employer: Zest
Join a well-established food manufacturing business in the Grimsby area, where you will be part of a dynamic engineering team dedicated to maintaining high standards of production and safety. With a competitive salary and opportunities for continuous improvement projects, this role offers a supportive work culture that values employee growth and development. Enjoy the benefits of working in a thriving industry that prioritises innovation and teamwork, making it an excellent place for skilled engineers to advance their careers.
We think you need these skills to ace Projects Engineer
Project Management
Budgeting
Timeline Development
Stakeholder Engagement
Contractor Management
Risk Assessment
Technical Specification Development
