Project Engineer (Mechanical Bias)
Full-time, Permanent

Are you a mechanically biased Project Engineer, with strong experience with industrial machinery installation and relocation projects Then we’d love to speak with you about joining our growing team.

Overview

We provide industrial machinery installation, removal, relocation and mechanical maintenance services to customers in a wide range of industries. 

Operating primarily in the Southeast but also working throughout the rest of the UK as needed, we take pride in providing a first-class service for all our customers, whether for a single machine movement or full multi-disciplined project. Each job is different and has its own unique challenges, which keeps our work interesting and varied.

Our primary interest is in the UK manufacturing sector however, we also work with plant engineering companies (handling boilers, air-handling-units, process skids, etc.) and recycling companies therefore, experience in any of these sectors would be of benefit.

We’re looking for a Project Engineer to join our team, taking ownership of engineering projects from initial enquiry through to delivery. This is a key role for the business and offers long term career progression for the right person.

You will be based from our Medway office but need to travel to our customers’ place of business for your role, sometimes staying out overnight.

We would be keen to receive applications from candidates who hold the following skills/experience:

• A Project Engineering background in a large manufacturing company, with first-hand experience of capital projects (new machine / line installations, redundant plant removals, factory relocation, etc.).
• Technical Sales Manager/Contract Manager/Engineer currently working in the industrial relocation/installation industry.
• Previous experience of working capital projects relating to machinery installations and relocations.

Your main responsibilities:

• Attend enquiry meetings and carry out technical site surveys for the removal, installation or relocation of a wide range of industrial machinery, plant and equipment.
• Prepare a program of work, detailed costings and professional quotations for enquiries (using the company templates and processes).
• In conjunction with the Operations Manager, ensure the correct resources are identified for the job – labour, plant, equipment and materials.
• Negotiate to successfully win quoted work, whilst minimising company risk.
• Prepare method statements, risk assessments, lift plans, etc.
• Liaise with Operations Manager and Site Foreman on the requirements for secured work and maintain a high-level overview to ensure the job progresses to plan and budget.
• Capture and agree any variations with the customer to keep budgets on track.
• Debrief with the team on job completion to capture and communicate lessons learned.
• Report to management on agreed KPI’s.

Who we are looking for:

• Sound knowledge of industrial machinery handling and installation/removal processes.
• Good working knowledge of Health and Safety on manufacturing / industrial sites.
• Be organised, adaptable and flexible in your approach to work.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills (at all levels).
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude at all times, even under pressure.
• Ability to build new customer relationships and maintain/improve existing.
• A can-do attitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time keeping and attendance.
• Strong IT skills (Office suite, 2D CAD packages or crane planning software).
• Be an effective contributor to the team and business.
• Appointed Person qualification for lifting operations (training can be provided for the right candidate).
• You will need to hold a full UK driving licence.

Why should you choose to work with us

The Project Engineer is a pivotal role to the success of the company and our growth ambitions; therefore, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and experience to make a very real contribution to the team.

As a small, but effective team, you will benefit from a supportive and flexible environment.

This is a great opportunity to grow within an already successful and growing business, offering career development opportunities for the right person.

What are the benefits

• Competitive salary, fully negotiable based on current experience and skill levels.
• Bonus scheme applicable to the role.
• Training and refreshers applicable to the role.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• 28 Days Annual Holiday (including Bank Holidays).
• Employee benefits program, giving hundreds of discounts on everyday items.
• OnDemand GP appointments.
• 24-hour external Employee Support line.
• Opportunity for internal promotion, with the growth and success of the business.