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.

This 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.

Mechanical Project Engineer Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of mechanical engineering projects within a manufacturing or process environment.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders and external contractors to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget.
• Take technical ownership of projects, including:
• Developing engineering concepts into detailed mechanical specifications and designs.
• Producing and managing technical documentation, including drawings and specifications.
• Supporting procurement through tender analysis and vendor assessment.
• Overseeing installation, commissioning, and successful handover.
• Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, and safety teams to ensure robust, safe, and efficient project delivery.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of risk assessments, including the use of tools such as HAZOP and FMEA.
• Support the site’s engineering team with safe systems of work, including issuing permits and promoting best practice in health and safety.

Mechanical Project Engineer requirements:

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong project engineering experience in a manufacturing or process industry setting.
• Experience in the design and specification of industrial equipment or chemical processes.
• Proficient with CAD tools – ideally AutoCAD and/or Autodesk Inventor.
• Familiarity with ATEX regulations and commissioning practices is desirable.
• Confident in applying structured risk assessment methods such as HAZOP or FMEA.