Job Title: Project Engineer
Location: UK & Ireland (Office-based in bromborough)
Travel: Occasional international travel (approx. 2-3 trips per year)
Industry: Food / FMCG / Pharmaceutical Packaging
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our UK & Ireland operation. This is an office-based role focused on managing engineering projects from order through to handover, supporting customers, OEMs, and internal teams. The role will play a key part in supporting current operations and future plans to establish manufacturing in the UK within the next five years.
The successful candidate will work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, to specification, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Manage engineering projects from order receipt through to final handover
Liaise with customers to understand requirements and provide technical support
Produce and manage technical documentation, including:
Engineering drawings
Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs)
Pre-Production Inspections (PPIs)
Handover documentation
Work with OEMs and third-party suppliers to coordinate equipment and solutions
Support sales engineering activities and assist with project costing and proposals
Interface with PLC and CAD-related elements of projects
Coordinate internally to ensure smooth project execution and delivery
Occasionally visit OEMs and customer sites as required
International Exposure
Experience, Skills & Qualifications
Essential
Background working with OEMs or site-based engineering teams
Experience in Food, FMCG, or Pharmaceutical environments
Packaging machinery or systems background
Ability to read and produce technical drawings
Strong customer-facing and communication skills
Desirable:
Experience with CAD and PLC systems
Leadership experience or potential
Knowledge of working with third-party suppliers
Training & Development
Structured product knowledge training
Visits to OEMs and suppliers
CE training courses
Package & Benefits
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)
Company Car or Van: Yes
Pension: 5% employer contribution
Life Assurance: Yes
Healthcare: Private healthcare