Mechanical Project Engineer - Packaging Machinery
Up to £60,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance | Hybrid - Burton-on-Trent Are you a Mechanical Project Engineer seeking autonomy, variety, and exposure to high-value capital projects? Join a growing consultancy delivering packaging and production line projects ranging from £250K to £40M. This hybrid Mechanical Project Engineer role role offers a dynamic mix of mechanical design, supplier management, and full project delivery - from feasibility through to commissioning.
What You'll Be Doing as Mechanical ProejctProejct Engineer
Designing mechanical and process systems for packaging and production lines Managing suppliers, tender analysis, and cost control Overseeing site installation, commissioning, and performance trials Ensuring compliance with CDMCDM, PUWERPUWER, and Machinery Directive legislation
Machinery Experience We Value
We're especially keen to hear from candidates with mechanical design and project engineering experience in: Mechanical Process Systems for Manufacturing, Production, Process or Logistics Systems PalletizersPalletizers,
Case Packers &
Conveyors Systems Bespoke / special purpose machinery Capital equipment and automation systems
What We're Looking For
Background in mechanical engineering (Degree, HNCHNC, or HNDHND) Experience in project engineering, design engineering, or CapExCapEx delivery Proficient in both 2D2D and 3D3D CAD design and modelling Valid UK driving licence Strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills
Industries We Welcome
Candidates from
automotive, pharmaceutical, FMCGFMCG, logistics, supply chain, food & drink, or
machinery manufacturing
sectors are encouraged to apply. Experience with
production lines, packaging systems, or bespoke machinery
is highly relevant.
What's On Offer
Salary : Up to £60,000 + £5,000 car allowance Location : Burton-on-Trent (Hybrid: 2-32-3 days/week in office) Benefits :
4% employer pension contribution BUPABUPA private healthcare healthcareCycle to Work & EV EVschemes Death in Service (3x 3xsalary) Simply Health & Working Away Allowance
Commutable From
Derby, Burton-on-Trent, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough,Loughborough Tamworth, Lichfield,Lichfield East/North Birmingham, Cannock,Cannock Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Ashby-Ashbyde-dela-Zouch,Zouch Uttoxeter,Uttoxeter Swadlincote,Swadlincote Nuneaton,Nuneaton Hinckley HinckleyApply now
to take the next step in your engineering career with a consultancy that values innovation, flexibility, and professional growth. To find out more about Progressive please visit TPBN1_UKTJ