FMCG / Manufacturing experience in a Maintenance Engineering Position is essential for this role
Role: Project Engineer
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Shift: Mon – Fri days only
Salary: Up to £55,000
Additional: 5% matched pension, 5% annual bonus, x3 salary death in service + £3k per annum DEVELOPMENT ALLOWANCE
Are you a time‑served Maintenance Engineer with some exposure to projects, reliability projects, process improvement or machinery installations looking to take the next step in your career?
I’m working with a well‑established manufacturing business who are looking to appoint a Project Engineer to support ongoing site investment and improvement activity.
This role is ideal for someone who has had some exposure to projects but is looking to build a stronger foundation and develop long‑term within this space.
The Role
This is a Hands‑on Project‑focused engineering role with a clear pathway into project delivery. You’ll be involved in supporting and delivering a range of site‑based projects, while still utilising your maintenance engineering background.
Responsible for:
- Supporting the planning, installation and commissioning of new equipment
- Working closely with engineering and operations teams to deliver projects safely and efficiently
- Coordinating contractors and ensuring work is completed to standard, on time and within budget
- Assisting with documentation, drawings and project updates
- Identifying opportunities to improve site performance, reliability and processes
- Contributing to continuous improvement and future investment plans
This is not a purely desk‑based role, you’ll be on the ground, involved in delivery, gaining real project experience.
What We’re Looking For
- Time‑served apprenticeship (essential)
- Background as a Maintenance Engineer (electrical, mechanical or multi‑skilled)
- MUST HAVE ELECTRICAL QUALIFICATION
- Previous exposure to projects, reliability, process improvement, or installations
- Strong hands‑on engineering capability
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Experience within food, FMCG or manufacturing environments is advantageous
Why Apply?
- Clear pathway into a Project Engineering career
- £3k development budget per annum, for you to choose courses and pathways of how you wish to develop with City & Guilds recognised courses, Prince 2 or more
- Opportunity to gain hands‑on project experience
- Join a business investing in site and equipment improvements
- Stable, long‑term opportunity within a growing manufacturing environment
- Salary up to £55,000
This is a fantastic opportunity for an engineer who wants to move away from purely reactive maintenance and develop a career in projects, while still staying close to the shop floor.
For a confidential conversation, please apply or contact Alex Williams directly
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