Title: Energy & Utilities Project Engineer
Salary: £50,000 FTE (Pro Rata)
Shift: Monday to Friday, 8 am–5 pm
Term: 9-Month Fixed Term Contract
Location: Huntingdon
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Energy & Utilities Project Engineer to join a well-established manufacturing site, supporting a key energy optimisation and sustainability programme.
This Energy & Utilities Project Engineer role is ideal for someone with a practical engineering background who wants to move into energy, utilities, and project-based work. You’ll play a key role in helping the site improve energy efficiency across major systems, including refrigeration, compressed air, and process equipment.
Working closely with both the Engineering and Sustainability teams, the Energy & Utilities Project Engineer will act as a bridge between departments, supporting projects, analysing performance, and working hands-on with plant and contractors.
The Role – Energy & Utilities Project Engineer
* Support energy optimisation projects across site utilities and plant equipment
* Work across refrigeration, compressed air, vacuum systems, and process machinery
* Monitor energy usage and help identify areas for efficiency improvement
* Review plant performance, set points, and operating parameters
* Maintain energy-related records, schematics, and asset information
* Liaise with contractors and support on-site project work
* Spend time both in the office and on the shop floor (approx. 50/50 split)
About You
* Background in engineering, utilities, or manufacturing
* Experience or exposure to plant such as compressors, refrigeration, HVAC, or similar
* Able to read and understand technical drawings or schematics
* Practical mindset with a hands-on approach
* Strong communication skills and comfortable working across teams
* Interested in energy, sustainability, or optimisation projects
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to step into an Energy & Utilities Project Engineer role within a modern manufacturing environment
* Exposure to key site utilities and energy systems
* Work on a live energy optimisation programme with ambitious targets
* Blend of hands-on engineering and project-based work
* Autonomy in role with support from experienced engineering and sustainability professionals
* Potential for longer-term opportunities for the right individual
This Energy & Utilities Project Engineer position would suit a utilities engineer, site services engineer, or a multi-skilled engineer looking to transition into energy and project work.
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your skills and gain exposure across a range of energy systems, this Energy & Utilities Project Engineer opportunity offers a great next step