Project Engineer

Job Description

Project Engineer Cambridgeshire

Join a cutting-edge FMCG manufacturing site driving global innovation

We re looking for Project Engineers to be part of a major investment programme at a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Cambridgeshire.

This is your chance to step into a high-impact role where you ll deliver complex, high-value projects within a highly automated, fast-paced FMCG environment supplying products to markets worldwide.

Why this opportunity?

  • Work on end-to-end CAPEX projects from concept to completion
  • Be part of a centre of excellence with advanced automation and technology
  • Join a site leading the way in Lean, TPM & continuous improvement
  • A business that truly values inclusion, diversity & career development
  • Play a key role during an exciting phase of investment and growth

The Role

You ll take ownership of key engineering projects, including:

  • Leading projects from concept design through to final handover
  • Developing business cases and project justifications
  • Managing contractors, installations, and on-site coordination
  • Driving health & safety compliance across all project phases
  • Owning budgets, timelines, and stakeholder communication
  • Ensuring smooth, safe integration into live production

What We re Looking For

  • Proven experience delivering CAPEX projects (ideally within FMCG or manufacturing)
  • Engineering background mechanical, electrical, civil or multi-skilled
    (degree or apprenticeship)
  • Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations (e.g. PUWER, CDM)
  • A confident communicator with natural leadership ability
  • Commercial awareness with strong cost control and project delivery skills

This is more than just a job it s an opportunity to shape the future of a modern manufacturing site, working with cutting-edge technology and making a tangible impact from day one.

If you re a Project Engineer ready for your next challenge, we d love to hear from you.

Job Ref:

3103838603