Project Engineer

2 weeks ago

Newtownards UK, United Kingdom Hunter Savage Full time £35,000 - £45,000 per year

Job Description

Job Title: Project Engineer  (Electrical/Mechatronics Background) 

Description:
We are hiring for our client, an established machinery design, automation, and control systems specialist, who are seeking a Project Engineer to join their growing team. Working across sectors such as Food & Beverage, Water & Wastewater, and wider automated processing, this Project Engineer role offers a strong blend of design, hands-on commissioning, and project delivery. The ideal candidate will thrive in a practical, technical environment and be experienced in building control panels, fault-finding and basic PLC work, and installing automated equipment such as conveyors, pelleting systems, and integrated machinery.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Project Engineer Job

  1. Highly varied role covering design, panel build understanding, installation, and commissioning.

  2. Exposure to multi-industry automation, including Food & Bev, Water, Pharma etc

  3. Strong opportunities for technical development in PLCs, automation, and project management.

 
The Role:


• Deliver engineering projects from concept through to commissioning.

• Liaise with customers to define specifications and technical requirements.

• Support design and integration of mechanical and electrical systems, including control panels.

• Review and prepare technical drawings, documentation, and schematics.

• Oversee installation and commissioning of automated systems, conveyors, palletising equipment, and associated machinery.

• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for machinery, PLC-controlled systems, and electrical components.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and regulatory standards.

 
The Person:


• HNC/HND (or higher) in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.

• Strong background in machinery maintenance or engineering roles.

• Comfortable with control panel assembly, electrical schematics, and hands-on installation.

• Experience with PLCs (fault-finding/programming), pumps, motors, drives, and automation equipment.

• Technically curious with strong problem-solving ability.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in food processing, packaging, automation, or water industries.

• Mitsubishi PLC programming experience.

• Experience with commissioning, servo systems, flowmeters, loadcells, and automation sensors.

• 18th Edition or electrical installation background.

The Rewards:


• Competitive salary: £35,000 - £45,000 DOE

• Long-term career development and training opportunities.

• Exposure to innovative automation projects across multiple sectors.

• Supportive, high-performing engineering environment.

 
Next Steps – Why Hunter Savage

For further information and to apply for this Project Engineer position, please contact Dominic Heron. As a specialist recruitment consultancy, Hunter Savage provides expert, confidential advice to support you in making the right long-term career move. Salary is typically negotiable and listed as a guide based on your experience and expertise.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria dependent on the calibre of response.

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