Job Description

Main Purpose of Role

A proactive and detail-oriented Project Engineer that will oversee and support the planning, execution, and delivery of engineering projects from concept through to completion. You will play a key role in coordinating technical activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and in line with budget, safety, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

Assist in the planning, design, and execution of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, production, SMT) and external contractors or suppliers. Monitor project schedules, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions as needed. Prepare technical documents, specifications, and reports to support project development and execution. Conduct site visits and inspections to track progress, quality, and compliance with health & safety standards. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and post-project evaluations. Ensure all project work complies with relevant legislation, industry standards, and company policies Any other reasonable duty as requested by a manager and commensurate with the work level and own ability.

Skills/Knowledge/Qualifications

Industry recognised trade qualifications. Experienced and competent in a relevant trade with skills across multiple trades. Ability to work on your own initiative and work safely. Knowledge of regulations and compliance in the food industry Strong verbal and written communication skills with an open, honest, and approachable manner Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills Ability to work under pressure, use initiative, and meet deadlines Highly organised, methodical, and attentive to detail Flexible and adaptable to change with appropriate notice Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and translate them into practical processes Proficient with design and visualisation software (e.g. AutoCAD, Circos, Google Charts, DataWrapper) Capable of developing budgets, tracking costs, and managing subcontractor hours Strong teamwork skills with the ability to build morale and support continuous improvement Committed to delivering high-quality work and meeting customer expectations Training and development available for candidates who meet most, but not all, criteria.

COMPETENCIES

Decision Making:

Making prompt and clear decisions and where appropriate with food safety, food legality and quality standards, taking into consideration risks to the business and effects on others; taking responsibility for own actions, team members and allocated projects; using own initiative and working under own direction.

Team Leading

: Providing a clear direction to others; setting high standards of behaviours and work ethic; delegating work fairly; motivating others; developing and coaching of team members; seeking of opportunities to improve team effectiveness and overall organisational efficiency; monitoring performance of team members.

Adapting to Change and Coping with Pressure:

Adapting to changing circumstances be that internally or externally led; accepting new ideas and change initiatives; working productively in a high pressure environment with no compromise on food safety, food legality or quality standards; keeping control during difficult situations; maintaining a positive outlook at work; accepting constructive criticism and learning from it.

Following Instructions and Procedures:

Following instructions from others without unnecessary challenge; following all policies and procedures; following set schedules; arriving punctually to work, returning to work punctually from breaks; demonstrating commitment to the organisation; complying with all legal obligations and safety requirements of the site; actively listening to instructions and understanding their relevance to food safety, food legality and quality standards

Teamwork:

Being able to work effectively as part of a team; understanding others; building team moral; listening and communicating with others; supporting others; learning from others to enhance development; upholding values and ethics; focusing on customer satisfaction; showing respect towards cultural and religious differences.

Relating to Others:

Establishing a good relationship with staff and customers; building a network of contacts internally and externally to the organisation; relating and communicating to people at all levels; managing conflict; gaining commitment from others by persuading, convincing and negotiating.

Closing date - 02/11/2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking
Work Location: In person