Project Engineer

Project Engineer
£35,000 - £48,000 + up to 25% Bonus + Company Car
Stockport + UK Travel
Full-time, Office-based 2 days/week & Field-based 3 days/week

Are you a technically focused engineer looking for a varied role that combines project management, site coordination, and customer interaction?

Our client, a UK-based division of an international engineering group, specialises in delivering ventilation focused engineering solutions across a range of industrial sectors. As part of their ongoing UK expansion, they are seeking a Project Engineer to support the delivery of technical solutions for major clients. This is a hands-on role with strong collaboration between technical and commercial teams, offering a clear route for development and long-term progression.

Based partly from the Stockport office and frequently visiting customer sites across the UK, you’ll play a vital part in overseeing the full lifecycle of each project—from internal handover and technical planning to final installation and commissioning. The ideal candidate will bring engineering know-how, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to manage stakeholders and ensure project success. Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate relevant industry experience and a strong technical engineering skill-set; for high-potential individuals with strong academic credentials, relevant, ideally UK-based engineering experience is also required.

• Act as the key point of contact for live projects following sales confirmation

• Coordinate technical requirements, documentation and supplier inputs

• Liaise with internal teams to plan resource and scheduling for site works

• Attend meetings with clients to agree project scope and review progress

• Ensure installations run smoothly, resolving issues and adapting plans as needed

• Support site-based activities including documentation, compliance and safety

• Track costs and manage project budgets in collaboration with the finance team

• Assist with testing and final handover to ensure client satisfaction

Essential:

• HNC or above in Mechanical, Electro-Mechanical or related Engineering discipline

• Solid foundation in engineering principles, with at least 3 years’ relevant experience

• Comfortable working both on-site and in a customer-facing environment

• Strong communication, organisation and analytical problem-solving skills

• UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally

• Located within approximately 1 hour of Stockport

Desirable:

• Background in mechanical or industrial engineering projects

• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating site works

• Commercial awareness with an understanding of cost tracking and project margins

• Exposure to safety documentation (RAMS), commissioning or after-sales support

This role is ideal for an ambitious engineer seeking variety, responsibility and the chance to grow within a technically complex and commercially significant environment. You’ll be joining a well-respected business with high-profile clients and a reputation for engineering excellence. The company offers structured technical mentoring, support from a collaborative team, and clear long-term development. Package includes a salary of £35,000 - £48,000 (dependent on experience), bonus and incentive schemes, a company vehicle, enhanced pension, and 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service).

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.