Project Engineer (Fabrication)
Derbyshire
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000
Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays, Death in Service, Private Healthcare, Sick Pay, Pension
The Company:
Our client is a leading UK manufacturer of CNC-machined and fabricated components, serving the defence, nuclear, and power generation sectors, they’ve established a reputation for precision engineering, quality documentation, and outstanding customer service.
As a trusted supplier to the likes of Rolls-Royce, they play a key role in projects such as nuclear submarine platforms and civil nuclear reactors.
The business continues to grow in the UK defence space, as such they’re now seeking a Project Engineer with a fabrication background to join their close-knit, technically focused team.
The Role:
As a Project Engineer, you’ll lead the full lifecycle of technically complex manufacturing projects, from customer interface through to route creation, material definition, supplier liaison, and delivery oversight.
You’ll be the customer’s primary technical contact, ensuring all work is delivered right first time, on time, and within budget.
This isn’t a design role, instead, it’s about applying practical engineering knowledge to manage the delivery of bespoke, fabricated components in a regulated environment.
Your day-to-day will include:
Conducting internal and external project reviews
Creating manufacturing route cards and defining materials/subcontractor needs
Liaising with customers through weekly meetings and delivery updates
Interpreting complex engineering drawings and defining fabrication methods
Reviewing and approving supplier documentation and certifications
Supporting procurement and ensuring compliance with industry standards
Contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives
The Candidate:
This is an excellent role for a Project Engineer looking to work on high-value, low-volume defence manufacturing projects.
You’ll need a background in fabrication and welding, along with a clear understanding of regulated manufacturing environments (nuclear, defence, aerospace, etc.). You’ll be proactive, detail-focused, and confident working independently on technically demanding projects.
We’re looking for someone with:
HNC or higher in an engineering discipline
Project Engineering experience in a fabrication or machining environments
Strong understanding of fabrication processes and route card creation
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
Confident customer-facing communication skills
Familiarity with high-integrity materials and certification standards
The Benefits:
Competitive salary up to £50k DOE
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Company pension – 4% matched
Private healthcare cash plan
Death in service
Company sick pay
Free on-site parking
Consistent workloads, and variety of projects to work on
Constant progression on the job, and ability to upskill yourself as an engineer
How to Apply:
If you're a skilled Project Engineer with fabrication experience and want to join a secure, growing company, we want to hear from you.
Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at (url removed) or give me a call on (phone number removed) to discuss the role further.
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation