Project Engineer – Bespoke Packaging Machinery

About the role

We are seeking a Project Engineer to join a leading British manufacturer of bespoke packaging machinery and turnkey lines serving the food, chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. The role will be based in our Bedford factory and involves managing projects from order receipt through to installation.

Key responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects from order intake to on‑site installation, coordinating with sales, design, manufacturing and service teams to meet delivery dates and budgets.
• Work closely with clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring clear communication and handling any changes or issues that arise.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Project Engineer in a manufacturing, industrial or engineering environment delivering capital equipment.
• Qualified engineer with relevant project‑management or engineering certifications.
• Strong communication skills and confidence liaising directly with clients.
• Experience in packaging machinery or the food, chemical or pharmaceutical markets is advantageous but not essential.

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £48,000 per year.
• Overtime opportunities and a company annual bonus, with total earnings potential of £50,000+.
• Work in a rapidly growing, low‑turnover company that has doubled turnover in the last 12 months.