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Mechanical Project Engineer – Packaging Up to 60,000 + 5,000 Car Allowance Hybrid – Burton–on–Trent

Are you a Mechanical Project Engineer looking for autonomy, variety, and exposure to high–value capital projects?

We're recruiting for a Packaging–focused Mechanical Project Engineer to join a growing consultancy delivering projects ranging from 250K to 40M. This hybrid role offers a dynamic mix of mechanical design, supplier management, and full project lifecycle delivery – from feasibility through to commissioning.

Industries We Welcome

Candidates from automotive, pharmaceutical, FMCG, logistics, supply chain, food & drink, or machinery manufacturing sectors are encouraged to apply. If you\'ve worked on capital equipment, production lines, or bespoke machinery, your experience is highly relevant.

Key Responsibilities

  • Mechanical and process design of packaging and production lines
  • Supplier selection, tender analysis, and cost control
  • Site installation, commissioning, and performance trials
  • Compliance with CDM, PUWER, and Machinery Directive legislation

Candidate Profile

  • Background in mechanical engineering (Degree, HNC, or HND)
  • Experience in project engineering, design engineering, or CapEx delivery
  • Proficient in 2D CAD (3D CAD desirable)
  • Valid UK driving licence
  • Strong problem–solving, stakeholder engagement, and adaptability

Package & Benefits

  • Salary: Up to 60,000 + 5,000 car allowance
  • Location: Burton–on–Trent (Hybrid: 2–3 days/week in office) – easily commutable from Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Loughborough, Tamworth, Lichfield, East and North Birmingham, Cannock, Stafford, Stoke–on–Trent, Ashby–de–la–Zouch, Uttoxeter, Swadlincote, Nuneaton, and Hinckley
  • Benefits:
    • 4% employer pension contribution
    • BUPA private healthcare
    • Cycle to Work & EV schemes
    • Death in Service (3x salary)
    • Simply Health & Working Away Allowance

Apply now to take the next step in your engineering career with a consultancy that values innovation, flexibility, and professional growth.

To find out more about Progressive please visit (url removed)

Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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Location:
Burton Upon Trent, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£80,000 - £100,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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