PROJECT ENGINEER Routeco is looking towards a bright future as a growing part of Sonepar, an independent family-owned company with global market leadership (45,000 people, an annual turnover of 33.3 billion euros) in B-to-B distribution of electrical products, solutions and related services. You’ll be joining a growing organisation in the UK of over 250 associates at one of the UK's leading distributors of industrial automation and control products. We encourage development and progression both within individuals and in the business by constantly moving forward and are open to acquisitions that help to strengthen our skills and offerings to also provide the best for our customers and our associates. If you are looking for a company that has a long-term vision and cares about its people and the planet, then look no further. We want you to join and contribute to a team that is constantly striving to be La Référence. ARE YOU THE PERSON WE ARE LOOKING FOR? An opportunity has arisen within our Assembly Division Engineering team for a Project Engineer. Working in the Assembly Division Engineering team at Routeco means working in partnership with external Sales teams to produce proposals for new assembly business. So, we are looking for someone with the ability to manage projects throughout the Engineering, Quotation and Production phases for our value-added services. Responsibilities/Accountabilities Daily Management of Enquiries: Handle inquiries from both sales teams and external customers. Proposal Creation: Develop proposals based on electrical/mechanical schematics and Bills of Materials for industrial applications. Engineering Support: Assist in managing multiple works orders, supporting the production team on technical and design aspects of the build process. Inspection & Test Support: Support inspection and testing of assembled products when required. Project Schedule Management: Maintain and track project schedules to ensure timely delivery. Supplier Liaison: Communicate with non-franchise suppliers and the purchasing department regarding product pricing and availability for production. Documentation Control: Ensure proper documentation control for all assembly division projects and contract customers. Technical Input: Contribute to weekly project engineering update meetings with valuable technical insights. Process Improvement: Identify and suggest improvements to customer assemblies and build instructions to streamline processes. Personal Development Accountability: Take responsibility for your own development and contribute to performance evaluations based on core competencies and the company’s learning and development framework. Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with health and safety policies and procedures. Additional Tasks: Take on other tasks to meet departmental, project, or developmental objectives. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING TO ROUTECO? ONC in electrical engineering (or equivalent qualification) is highly desirable. Application and product knowledge of Industrial Control & Automation components would be advantageous. Previous experience within an electrical engineering / panel building role. Strong understanding of electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. Ability to work in a structured environment and the persistence to see tasks through to completion. A methodical and precise approach to work. Proficiency in Microsoft office systems such as Word, Excel, Project, Planner… Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide practical solutions and continuous improvements for both the customer and company. Strong ability to plan and prioritise tasks effectively will be key in the job role. WHAT ROUTECO CAN OFFER YOU You will receive a salary of £33,000 37,5 hours per week Commencing with 25 days holiday a year, increasing with length of service up to 30 days, with the option to flex up/down 5 days Long Service Awards (gifts and one-off holiday awards of up to 5 days extra in anniversary year) Membership to a health and wellbeing cashback scheme Life Assurance of 2 times salary Membership to a group personal pension plan with employer contributions set at 5% Discretionary on the spot and value-based awards LinkedIn Learning Licence Paid time off for our Volunteering scheme Associate Discounts Portal Recruitment referral bonuses Payroll Giving options with Company Contributions Access to salary sacrifice Cycle Scheme Wellbeing support including App, Hub and Mental Health First Aiders Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (Unum) Gym membership discounts Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave Long Service Awards Work Place giving Are you ready to make a difference? REF-(Apply online only)