Project Engineer

Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom

Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom

We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Project Engineer to join a thriving team based in Exeter. This full-time, day-shift position plays a vital role in maintaining and improving manufacturing equipment, services, buildings, and grounds to meet current and future business demands.

Key Responsibilities As a Project Engineer, your duties will include:

• Developing project plans for machine rearrangement, equipment installation, process improvements, and cost reduction projects.
• Identifying, specifying, sourcing, and procuring machinery and equipment.
• Supervising subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with company and health and safety requirements.
• Leading cost-saving initiatives and identifying method improvement opportunities.
• Purchasing parts and equipment for improvement projects, managing receipts, and raising purchase requisitions.
• Providing technical expertise and analysis to improve equipment availability and asset utilisation.
• Enhancing equipment reliability by identifying and addressing recurring faults and reducing downtime.
• Assisting the Maintenance team with fault finding on-site and on machinery.
• Driving reliability excellence REX on critical equipment.
• Creating and maintaining technical documentation for new and existing equipment.

Project Engineer Requirements

The ideal Project Engineer will possess:

• A qualification of HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Controls, or Mechanical Engineering, along with at least 1 year of relevant technical experience in an engineering environment. Development opportunities may be available for candidates with other engineering qualifications and experience.
• The ability to identify and resolve recurring reliability issues and draft maintenance procedures.
• CAD and business systems experience e.g., Oracle, MP2, or automation is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in analysing overall equipment effectiveness OEE for critical equipment.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with Microsoft Project is advantageous.
• Multiskilled experience across electrical and mechanical disciplines is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Project Engineers - Why Join The client a range of competitive benefits to reward your hard work and dedication, including:

• Attractive salary with opportunities for progression.
• Generous holiday allowance to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing package, including private medical insurance.
• Enhanced pension scheme to support your future.
• Continuous professional development, with access to training programs and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs to celebrate your achievements.
• Supportive work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration.
• On-site facilities, including free parking and subsidised amenities.

If youre ready to take on a role that blends technical expertise with hands-on engineering, wed love to hear from you. Project Engineers Apply today to make a lasting impact If you do have any questions please contact alison.francis@holtengineering.co.uk