Project Engineer (Mechanical) Salary: £40,000 to £50,000 per annumHours: 37.5 hours per weekShift Pattern: Monday to Thursday 8:15am-4:45pm, Friday 8:00am-2:00pmLocation: Barnsley We are recruiting on behalf of a growing, custom manufacturing business supported by new ownership. They are looking to appoint an experienced Fabrication / Project Engineer to lead complex, bespoke metal fabrication projects from concept through to delivery. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being close to the shop floor while managing technical, commercial, and customer-facing aspects of engineered projects. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Managing custom metal fabrication and job shop engineering projects Creating, reviewing, and approving detailed fabrication drawings Working extensively with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar Leading projects from RFQ and estimating support through production, QA, and final delivery Translating customer requirements into manufacturable designs and clear shop-floor documentation Applying strong knowledge of fabrication processes including laser, plasma, and waterjet cutting, forming, machining, welding, and finishing Ensuring GD&T, tolerancing, and material specifications are correctly applied Coordinating closely with production managers, weld supervisors, machinists, and external suppliers Driving design-for-manufacturability improvements to reduce cost, lead times, and rework Using ERP/MRP systems for job tracking within a job shop environment Promoting safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the shop floor Experience, Skills & Qualifications Extensive experience within custom metal fabrication or job shop engineering Strong CAD capability and experience approving fabrication drawings Sound understanding of welding standards and fabrication codes (AWS, ASME, ISO, or equivalent) Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment Strong technical communicator able to bridge customers, engineering, and production teams Organised, detail-driven, and commercially aware Hands-on, approachable, and comfortable spending time on the shop floor Decisive, accountable, and solutions-focused Structure & Progression Role reports directly into site leadership at Site Director or Managing Director level Opportunity to influence engineering and fabrication strategy during a period of growth Strong autonomy and visibility across the business Package & Benefits £40,000 to £50,000 basic salary Pension scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays If interested please apply or contact me via email for a confidental chat: