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.