Project Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Project Engineer - 30-Month Fixed Term Contract
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.

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