Mechanical Project Engineer

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Project Engineer to join a world-leading organisation in advanced materials technology. Based at a key UK manufacturing site in Cambridge, this role offers the chance to lead technically complex projects that support innovation and operational excellence in a high-performance environment.\n\nThis position is ideal for an experienced project engineer with a mechanical background, looking to contribute to capital delivery, process improvement, and site reliability projects across a range of industrial systems and equipment.\n\nMechanical Project Engineer Responsibilities:\n\nLead the end-to-end delivery of mechanical engineering projects within a manufacturing or process environment.\n\nCoordinate internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget.\n\nTake technical ownership of projects, including:\n\nDeveloping engineering concepts into detailed mechanical specifications and designs.\n\nProducing and managing technical documentation, including drawings and specifications.\n\nSupporting procurement through tender analysis and vendor assessment.\n\nOverseeing installation, commissioning, and successful handover.\n\nCollaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to ensure robust, safe, and efficient project delivery.\n\nContribute to the development and implementation of risk assessments, including the use of tools such as HAZOP and FMEA.\n\nSupport the site’s engineering team with safe systems of work, including issuing permits and promoting best practice in health and safety.\nMechanical Project Engineer requirements:\n\nDegree-qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.\n\nStrong project engineering experience in a manufacturing or process industry setting.\n\nExperience in the design and specification of industrial equipment or chemical processes.\n\nProficient with CAD tools – ideally AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor.\n\nFamiliarity with ATEX regulations and commissioning practices is desirable.\n\nConfident in applying structured risk assessment methods such as HAZOP or FMEA