Our client, a leading Tier 1 supplier of assembled automotive products, is currently hiring a Project Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating all project elements including engineering design, quality planning, installation, commissioning and final buy-off phases as well as ensuring the project remains within budget in order to meet the requirements of the customer''s needs.
 
The Project Engineer will:

• Coordinate all project phases—including planning, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and final buy-off, while ensuring delivery within budget and against project timelines and KPIs.
• Collaborate closely with customers, attending meetings and providing progress updates in line with APQP requirements.
• Manage both customer and internal APQP activities and participate in PPAP processes.
• Translate customer specifications into departmental actions or sub-supplier orders, managing resources and tracking progress throughout the project.
• Analyse and assess changes in customer or internal requirements, including feasibility studies and cost impacts.
• Identify potential project risks and implement corrective actions, including root cause analysis and problem resolution.

 
The Project Engineer will have:

• Proficiency in MS Office and Microsoft Project, with a good understanding of CATIA.
• Strong knowledge of APQP, FMEA, DFMEA/PFMEA, Six Sigma, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Hands-on experience with APQP processes in an automotive or engineering environment.
• Engineering qualification - degree or completed apprenticeship, ideally with industry experience or a placement year.
• Background in manufacturing, preferably within the automotive or advanced engineering sectors.
• Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple project elements and stakeholders.

 
If you''re ready to play a key role in driving automotive innovation, apply online using an updated CV and a member of our team will be in touch!