Project Engineer

We are looking to recruit a Project Engineer to support a major capital project involving the introduction of a new production line within a regulated medical manufacturing environment.

This position will be joining our thriving UK medical device manufacturing company to work within our Site Services Department.

The successful candidate will play a key role in the technical delivery of the new production line, ensuring equipment and systems are specified, installed, commissioned, and validated in accordance with regulatory requirements, quality standards, and project timelines.

The role provides exposure to suppliers, manufacturing equipment, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering, quality, and operations teams.

Essential Experience/Qualifications

• Experience in engineering roles supporting capital equipment or production line projects
• Experience with equipment specification, installation, and commissioning
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong technical problem-solving skills
• Good cross-functional communication skills
• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies
• Basic CAD capability for 2D drawings

Desirable Experience/Qualifications

• Experience in medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing
• A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automation, Manufacturing, or similar) or an equivalent level qualification
• Familiarity with validation processes
• Experience with automation, robotics, or complex production equipment

Key Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to build good working relationships
• Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Able to multitask and prioritise workload
• Able to work independently as well as within a team
• Self-motivated
• Keen and willing to learn
• Have a can-do attitude with an enthusiastic approach to work
• I.T. Literate – Microsoft Office
• Methodical, organised and structured approach to work
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to gather, evaluate, critically interpret and communicate information
• Able to work in a safe manner complying with Health and Safety Legislation
• Able to act in a fair and reasonable way
• High level of commitment
• Flexibility to to travel for site visits and Factory Acceptance Testing (including occasional overseas travel)
• Good levels of English speaking

• Comfortable working on-site during installation and commissioning

Hours of Work

• 30 Month Fixed Term Contract
• 40 hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• 08:00am – 16:30pm

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age; disability; gender; gender reassignment; marital or civil partnership status; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to deliver exceptional results. We assess all applications based on skills, qualifications, and experience, ensuring a fair and equitable recruitment process.

**No Agencies please**

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