Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Project Engineer (Manufacturing)
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Important information
Contract type:
Permanent
Location:
Stockport, UK
Work mode:
Onsite
Published on:
29 September 2026
What they need
Project Engineer (Manufacturing)
£45,000 - £50,000 + Training + Progression + Company Bonus + Company Benefits + 33 Days Holiday
Stockport
Are you a Project Engineer from a manufacturing background, looking to an internationally recognised specialist precision-engineering company where you will receive full inhouse training as you oversee a variety of exciting innovative manufacturing projects within the defence and aerospace industries?
Are you looking for a role offering a wide scope of progression, including to Project Manager, alongside a generous remuneration package and opportunities to explore the globe visiting clients across the UK, Europe, the US, and China?
In this role you will be assisting in project duties as you learn the ropes with a mixture of on-the-job learning and shadowing, as you eventually develop into a fully autonomous Project Engineer. You will oversee projects from cradle to grave, organising documents, liaising with internal and external teams, and ensuring projects adhere to budget, timeline, and quality requirements. There will be occasional site visits across the UK and eventually internationally.
Founded nearly 70 years ago, this company has built its reputation on providing premium turn-key precision-engineering solutions across the defence and aerospace industry. Experiencing constant success, they continue to develop and head-up interesting projects whilst maintaining a collaborative tight-knit atmosphere.
This role would suit a Project Engineer from a manufacturing background, looking to bolster their career with a wide range of training and scope for progression, including towards Project Manager positions, within a well-established company.
The Role:
- Oversee projects from concept to completion
- Ensure projects adhere to budget, time, and quality constraints
- Coordinate internal and external teams
- Occasional site visits, including abroad
- 5 hours a week, 8:30 - 6pm, Monday - Thursday, 4:30 finish on Friday
The Person
- Project Engineer
- Manufacturing Background
Reference number: BBBH 27514
Project, Process, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Defence, Engineering, Engineer, Stockport, Manchester, PLM, Precision, Turnkey, DFM, NPI, Nuclear, Quality, Cheadle
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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Desired Skills and Experience * Project Engineer
* Manufacturing Background
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