Job Description 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.