Project Engineer

• Salary: to -55,000 pa, depending on experience, plus yearly bonus
• Located: St. Neots / Cambourne area (Cambridgeshire/Bedfordshire)
• Own transportation is required due to the company location
• Permanent Position
• 39 hours per week: Monday-Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm, Friday 8.30am - 4.00pm
• Industry: Processing Equipment Manufacturing
• Office-based with travel to customer sites in the UK and potentially overseas

Leading innovator in the design and manufacture of processing machinery/equipment, is seeking a talented engineering Project Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong engineering background with a proven track record of successfully delivering projects in the mechanical, processing, installation, food or related engineering environments.

The role requires candidates to live near to the Huntingdon - St. Neots - Cambrdige area and have their own transport because the office is in a rural area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of contracts from order receipt to successful installation and handover
• Collaborate closely with clients and internal departments throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop and agree on project scope with customers and sales team
• Manage project schedule using Gantt charts
• Generate project documentation such as Scope of Supply, timing plans, P&IDs, BOMs, and layout drawings
• Source and specify bought-out components and equipment
• Oversee equipment delivery, installation, and customer acceptance testing
• Handle project changes and ensure timely invoicing
• Coordinate subcontractors and oversee installations on-site in the UK and abroad

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role within a process engineering environment, preferably in the Food Processing Industry
• Demonstrated success in managing engineering projects
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with various stakeholders
• Enthusiastic and proactive attitude with a problem-solving mindset
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Excel, Word) and MS Project
• Familiarity with AutoCAD LT
• Knowledge of steam systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, pipework, and basic electrical control systems
• Valid UK driving licence

HRGO Recruitment offers permanent and temporary jobs across the UK. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. We aim to respond to all applications. HRGO is an equal opportunities employer.