Project Engineer - PlantExeter, Devon, United KingdomWe are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to join a thriving team based in Exeter. This full-time, day-shift position plays a vital role in maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment, services, buildings, and grounds to meet current and future business demands.Key Responsibilities As a Project Engineer, your duties will include:
- Developing project plans for machine rearrangement, equipment installation, process improvements, and cost reduction projects.
- Identifying, specifying, sourcing, and procuring machinery and equipment.
- Supervising subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with company and health and safety requirements.
- Leading cost-saving initiatives and identifying method improvement opportunities.
- Purchasing parts and equipment for improvement projects, managing receipts, and raising purchase requisitions.
- Providing technical expertise and analysis to improve equipment availability and asset utilisation.
- Enhancing equipment reliability by identifying and addressing recurring faults and reducing downtime.
- Assisting the Maintenance team with fault finding on-site and on machinery.
- Driving reliability excellence (REX) on critical equipment.
- Creating and maintaining technical documentation for new and existing equipment.
Project Engineer RequirementsThe ideal Project Engineer will possess:
- A qualification of HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls, or Mechanical Engineering, along with at least 1 year of relevant technical experience in an engineering environment. Development opportunities may be available for candidates with other engineering qualifications and experience.
- The ability to identify and resolve recurring reliability issues and draft maintenance procedures.
- CAD and business systems experience (e.g., Oracle, MP2, or automation) is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in analysing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) for critical equipment.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Microsoft Project is advantageous.
- Multiskilled experience across electrical and mechanical disciplines is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Project Engineers - Why Join? The client a range of competitive benefits to reward your hard work and dedication, including:
- Attractive salary with opportunities for progression.
- Generous holiday allowance to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing package, including private medical insurance.
- Enhanced pension scheme to support your future.
- Continuous professional development, with access to training programs and career advancement opportunities.
- Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
- Supportive work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
- On-site facilities, including free parking and subsidised amenities.
If you’re ready to take on a role that blends technical expertise with hands-on engineering, we’d love to hear from you. Project Engineers Apply today to make a lasting impact! If you do have any questions please contact (url removed)
