Project Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join a team of skilled engineers based in Rochdale specialising in turnkey systems for the manufacture of a wide range of products. In this role, you'll oversee project risk assessment, schedule coordination, and design approvals, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with project milestones. What’s on offer? * £40,000 - £50,000 per year * Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm / Friday 8:30am – 2:00pm * Unlimited overtime available (paid at enhanced rate) * 31 days holiday (rising by 2 days for 5 years) * Employee pension scheme * Annual bonus (dependant on performance) * Annual pay rise * Free onsite parking What will you be doing as a Project Engineer? * Assessing project risks based on tender stage feedback, collaborating with various departments to develop and align project schedules with customer timelines * Coordinating with the design office manager for design specifics, overseeing material ordering * Pre-ordering long lead-time items to prevent delays and monitoring and meeting project financial milestones * Ensuring the Electrical Department has the necessary details for control system development when required * Maintaining a detailed list of deviations from initial quotes and contracts, liaising with the Sales Engineer for negotiation and adjustments * Maintaining clear on-site communication among all parties involved, documenting completed equipment with photos for internal records and marketing * Organising equipment testing, FATs, and pre-delivery inspections, facilitating customer equipment inspections * Preparing and issuing installation, operation, and maintenance manuals in compliance with regulations, and organising and overseeing the installation process, potentially managing subcontractors * Compiling and distributing necessary documents for installation, commissioning, and sign-off, coordinating with commissioning teams for equipment testing and handover as per contract terms * Ensuring timely completion and storage of handover documents post-commissioning and providing ongoing technical support and backup for the equipment's lifespan What do you need? * Previous experience in a similar role * A HNC Engineering qualification (or equivalent) * The ability to read & interpret engineering drawings * Exposure to projects for food manufacturing equipment and/or pressure vessels (desirable) If you have project engineering experience and are looking to become part of a thriving team at the forefront of innovative engineering, we want to hear from you. Apply today for consideration or speak with Gabby at KPJ Group for more information. KPJ Group are a specialist Recruitment Consultancy with more than 40 years of experience delivering staffing solutions. We treat each application with a high degree of care however due to the high volume of applications are sometimes unable to contact all individuals. If you do not hear from us within 5 days of submitting your application, please assume that unfortunately you have not been shortlisted