Job Description

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Company Overview:

The Creightons Plc group is made up of a select group of brands specialising in the creation of high-quality personal care and beauty products for the consumer and trade market. Potter + Moore Innovations Ltd is the key trading company based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire and focuses on the design, manufacture and distribution of product in its three key operating functions; Brands (owned), Private Label Supply and Contract Manufacturing. Our customer base ranges from key multiple drugstore, grocery and fashion retailers to premium brands and are supplied throughout the UK and growing international markets. We have a reputation for exceptional customer service, consistently leading the way forward in product and brand development and manufacturing resulting in Creightons Plc not only leading the way but setting standards.

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Role Description:

We are seeking a hands-on

Project Engineer

to lead and support electrical, automation, and machinery projects across our beauty and personal care manufacturing and packaging operations. This role requires experience with high-speed machinery, packaging equipment, and fabrication, alongside strong skills in electrical systems and programming. The Project Engineer will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with hygiene and quality standards. The role is based in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, with regular travel required to our Tiverton, Devon site.

Role Responsibilities:

1) Project Delivery & Machinery:

Lead electrical and automation projects for production and packaging machinery, including installation, commissioning, upgrades, and modifications. Manage high-speed filling, capping, labeling, and cartoning line projects, ensuring minimal disruption to production. Collaborate with mechanical engineers, production, and quality teams to design and implement improvements. Support troubleshooting and fault-finding during project rollouts to ensure reliability and efficiency.

2) Electrical & Automation Systems:

Design, install, and modify electrical control panels, wiring, and schematics. Program, modify, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and other automation systems (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi). Ensure compliance with electrical, safety, and hygiene standards (including GMP and ISO requirements). Conduct planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and support continuous improvement initiatives as part of projects.

3)

Fabrication & Engineering Support

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Oversee or support fabrication of custom machinery, guards, fixtures, and automation components.. Interpret technical drawings and contribute to engineering solutions tailored for production needs. Use CAD and programming tools to support machine automation, optimization, and modification projects.

4)

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

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Maintain accurate documentation including electrical drawings, programs, and project records. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on automation, efficiency, cost reduction, and product quality. Provide technical guidance and support to engineering teams, technicians, and operators.

Experience & Qualifications:

Experience:

Essential:

Proven experience as an Electrical or Project Engineer in a manufacturing environment, ideally FMCG or beauty & personal care. Hands-on experience with high-speed machinery and packaging equipment. Expertise in electrical fault-finding, installation, and maintenance. Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and automation systems. Ability to support or oversee fabrication and modification of machinery. Knowledge of electrical safety standards and hygiene/GMP regulations.

Desirable:

Experience with servo systems, drives, sensors, and industrial automation. Familiarity with beauty and personal care manufacturing equipment (filling, capping, labeling, cartoning). Exposure to CAD software, engineering programming tools, and automation design. Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Qualifications:

HNC / HND / Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, or related discipline. Relevant electrical certifications (e.g., 17th/18th Edition) preferred.

Personal Attributes:

Practical, hands-on problem solver with attention to detail. Strong project management and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across engineering, production, and quality teams. Proactive, with a focus on continuous improvement, safety, and reliability.

What We Can Offer You:

Competitive Salary & Benefits:

We believe in rewarding the hard work and dedication of our employees with a comprehensive compensation package. Our standard benefits include Life Assurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Employee Benefits Platform to name a few.

Dynamic Work Environment:

Be part of a vibrant, collaborative team where innovation and creativity are encouraged.

Career Growth:

Take advantage of clear career pathways, mentorship opportunities, and the chance to take on new challenges and responsibilities.

Inclusive Culture:

Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued, and everyone is treated with respect and dignity. *

Impactful Work:

Contribute to meaningful projects that have a real impact on our customers, community, and industry.