Our client are a leading manufacturer of plastics with sites across the UK, due to a continued drive for excellence they are seeking a site project engineer to join their Rutland site. This is a hands‑on role that combines practical installation and commissioning work with project leadership responsibilities, including planning, documentation, and managing timings/schedules. You will play a key role in delivering new equipment projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards
* Examine project briefs and assess their feasibility.
* Specify new equipment and seek out competitive quotations.
* Collaborate closely with suppliers on equipment design requirements and optimal solutions.
* Advise senior management on realistic costs, timescales, and resources needed to deliver specific projects.
* Manage projects end‑to‑end from inception through to successful handover to production, focusing on safety, cost control, time management, and quality.
* This position is not solely office‑based and requires a proactive, hands‑on approach to installation, commissioning, and problem‑solving on the shop floor.
* This list is by no means exhaustive, and you will be expected to contribute flexibly across engineering activities as required.
Experience/Qualifications - Site Project Engineer
* Time-served engineer with an electrical bias – minimum HNC/HND level (or equivalent).
* Ideally hold a relevant Health & Safety qualification.
* Strong working knowledge of mechatronics, PLC technology, servo drives, and control systems (common in plastics processing equipment such as injection moulding, extrusion, or automation systems).
* IT literate with competency in CAD – ideally 2D AutoCAD – and the ability to produce layout drawings.
* Proven experience in the safe installation and commissioning of new equipment/machinery.
* Strong supplier and contractor management skills.
* Experience in leading and supervising a small team.
Benefits - Site Project Engineer
* 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
* Great career progression and training
For more information on this role, please contact Andy Haddon on 01453 796617, or send a copy of your CV to andrew.haddon@omegaresource.co.uk
Ideal background / Previous roles may include
* Installation Engineer
* Maintenance Engineer
* project engineer
* commissioning engineer
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