Project Engineer; Electrical​/Mechatronics

Position: Project Engineer (Electrical/Mechatronics)
Job Title:

Project Engineer (Electrical/Mechatronics Background)

Description:

We are hiring for our client, an established machinery design, automation, and control systems specialist, who are seeking a Project Engineer to join their growing team. Working across sectors such as Food & Beverage, Water & Wastewater, and wider automated processing, this Project Engineer role offers a strong blend of design, hands-on commissioning, and project delivery. The ideal candidate will thrive in a practical, technical environment and be experienced in building control panels, fault-finding and basic PLC work, and installing automated equipment such as conveyors, pelleting systems, and integrated machinery.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Project Engineer Job Highly varied role covering design, panel build understanding, installation, and commissioning. Exposure to multi-industry automation, including Food & Bev, Water, Pharma etc Strong opportunities for technical development in PLCs, automation, and project management.

The Role:

* Deliver engineering projects from concept through to commissioning.
* Liaise with customers to define specifications and technical requirements.
* Support design and integration of mechanical and electrical systems, including control panels.
* Review and prepare technical drawings, documentation, and schematics.
* Oversee installation and commissioning of automated systems, conveyors, palletising equipment, and associated machinery.
* Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for machinery, PLC-controlled systems, and electrical components.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory standards.

The Person :
* HNC/HND (or higher) in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
* Strong background in machinery maintenance or engineering roles.
* Comfortable with control panel assembly, electrical schematics, and hands-on installation.
* Experience with PLCs (fault-finding/programming), pumps, motors, drives, and automation equipment.
* Technically curious with strong problem-solving ability.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills. Desirable:
* Experience in food processing, packaging, automation, or water industries.
* Mitsubishi PLC programming experience.
* Experience with commissioning, servo systems, flowmeters, loadcells, and automation sensors.
* 18th Edition or electrical installation background. The Rewards:
* Competitive salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE
* Long-term career development and training opportunities.
* Exposure to innovative automation projects across multiple sectors.
* Supportive, high-performing engineering environment. Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage For further information and to apply for this Project Engineer position, please contact Dominic Heron. As a specialist recruitment consultancy, Hunter Savage provides expert, confidential advice to support you in making the right long-term career move. Salary is typically negotiable and listed as a guide based on your experience and expertise.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent on the calibre of response.

Skills:

electrical engineer industrial electrician maintenance engineer automation engineer electrical technician