Project Engineer
Location: Hull, UK – Hybrid (UK travel and occasional international travel)
Salary: Up to £60k DOE + bonus + exceptional benefits
Elevation Recruitment Group are seeking a Project Engineer to lead CAPEX projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
As a Project Engineer, you will take ownership of projects from planning through delivery, including budgeting, equipment procurement, installation, validation, and commissioning. This is an exciting opportunity for engineers with project management experience to lead high-impact projects in a hands-on, technical environment.
What you’ll be doing:
* Manage CAPEX projects from planning and budgeting through to delivery and validation
* Control project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure successful outcomes
* Oversee procurement, installation, and commissioning of new equipment
* Collaborate with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers to deliver projects safely and efficiently
* Apply knowledge of process validation, change control, and project planning
* Provide technical support and engineering expertise throughout the project lifecycle
* Travel to UK and occasional overseas sites as required
Skills and experience we’re looking for:
* Engineering degree or equivalent technical experience
* Strong project management experience, ideally with CAPEX projects
* Hands-on experience with automation or manufacturing equipment is highly desirable
* Vision system experience is a plus but not essential
* Proactive, flexible, and able to manage multiple projects independently
* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
* Willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas on rare occasions
Why join this team?
This is a chance to take ownership of CAPEX projects, develop your engineering and project management skills, and make a tangible impact in a technical manufacturing environment.