Mechanical Project Engineer - Packaging Machinery Up to £60,000 £5,000 Car Allowance | Hybrid - Burton-on-Trent Are you a Mechanical Project Engineer who thrives on variety, autonomy and seeing capital projects through from concept to commissioning? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a growing consultancy delivering packaging and production line solutions across the UK. With projects ranging from £250K to £40M, you'll be involved in everything from mechanical design and supplier management to full project delivery. If you're looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer role that blends technical challenge with real ownership, this could be the move that elevates your career. What You'll Be Doing as Mechanical Project 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 CDM, PUWER and Machinery Directive legislation What We're Looking For Degree in Mechanical Engineering Experience in project engineering, design engineering or CapEx delivery of: Mechanical process systems for manufacturing, production, process or logistics Palletisers, case packers and conveyor systems Bespoke or special purpose machinery Capital equipment, mechanical handling or automated systems Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD design and modelling Valid UK driving licence with willingness to travel Strong problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills What's On Offer for the successful Mechanical Project Engineer Salary: Up to £60,000 £5,000 car allowance Location: Burton-on-Trent (Hybrid: 2-3 days/week in office) Benefits include: 4% employer pension contribution BUPA private healthcare Cycle to Work and EV schemes Death in Service (3x salary) Simply Health Working Away Allowance Location & Commutability This role is based in Burton-on-Trent and is commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Tamworth, Lichfield, East/North Birmingham, Cannock, Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Uttoxeter, Swadlincote, Nuneaton and Hinckley (circa 60 mins drive). This opportunity will suit someone who enjoys working on varied capital projects, wants to be part of a forward-thinking consultancy and is looking for a role with genuine flexibility and long-term progression. Apply below to take the next step in your engineering career. To find out more about Progressive please visit www.progressiverecruitment.com Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom| Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales