Job Title
Project Engineer
Full-time, Monday to Friday
FMCG / Manufacturing / Automation
Slough, UK
£45,000 - £55,000 basic salary + profit share bonus
Benefits:
* Opportunities for career progression and development
* Bonus: EOT profit share
* 5% employer pension contribution
* 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Access to BenefitHub for discounts, rewards, and perks on 100s of brands
* Annual training budget and continuous professional development
* Subscription reimbursement for relevant professional institutions
* YuLife account with Group Life Insurance and virtual GP access
* Enhanced sick pay
* Annual eye test
Job Summary
The Project Engineer plays a crucial role in delivering refurbishment and equipment upgrade projects on time, within budget, and to specification. This position supports the growth, reduces operating costs, and improves efficiency at high-speed manufacturing sites producing food and consumer healthcare products.
About the Role
You will work on diverse projects involving manufacturing, installations, commissioning, refurbs, and upgrades of equipment and machinery in an old factory infrastructure. Key responsibilities include:
* Developing and implementing standard engineering practices
* Providing detailed documentation upon project completion
* Maintaining site safety standards, including permit to work issuance
* Collaborating on automation, mechanical, and electrical aspects of projects
To be successful, you should possess:
* An Engineering qualification (HND or Degree level)
* Experience in automation, manufacturing, food, or pharmaceutical projects
* Strong project management skills and experience with multiple disciplines
* Excellent health and safety record
Our ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in similar roles, with exposure to various installation types and a strong understanding of site safety protocols.