Location: Kettering
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Engineering / Manufacturing / Machinery

About the Role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join a fast-growing engineering team working at the forefront of material handling and recycling technology. Reporting to the Head of Projects, this is a varied and hands-on role responsible for the full lifecycle of bespoke machinery projects — from initial layout through to commissioning.

You'll play a vital role in designing and delivering engineered systems, integrating both in-house and third-party machinery into efficient, cost-effective plant layouts. This is a brilliant opportunity for a technically minded engineer who thrives on problem-solving and takes pride in seeing projects through from concept to reality.

Key Responsibilities:

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Develop 2D/3D general arrangement drawings using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

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Design and detail bespoke machinery, conveyors, structures, and sheet metal fabrications.

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Create and release BOMs within the MRP system.

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Own the engineering development of each project from concept to commissioning.

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Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure alignment on project goals.

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Provide technical documentation including manuals, H&S, and maintenance guides.

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Offer on-site support during installation, commissioning, and testing phases.

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Continuously improve existing designs and develop new, cost-effective solutions.

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Assist Sales during tenders with engineering support and layout reviews.

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Monitor and compare project costs vs. estimates, improving future costings and proposals.

Required Experience & Skills:

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Experience as a Project Engineer in a manufacturing or machinery environment.

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Strong background in sheet metal and fabricated product design.

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Proficiency in SolidWorks (2024) and AutoCAD 2D.

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Experience with special purpose machinery - ideally conveyors.

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Understanding of material flow optimisation and plant layout design.

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Familiar with ERP/MRP systems and creating/managing BOMs.

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Excellent communication and organisational skills.

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A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a drive to improve.

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Basic knowledge of electrical engineering is beneficial.

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Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.

Qualifications:

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HNC or equivalent in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.

Desirable (Not Essential):

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Experience with recycling equipment.

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Familiarity with industry and legal regulations relevant to machinery design