Project Engineer

Owen Daniels

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Telford, Shropshire TF1 1RP, England

Full Time

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Owen Daniels is partnering with Polytec Car Styling UK to hire a Project Engineer in Telford and Bridgnorth.
The role involves managing vehicle-component projects from concept to launch, ensuring they meet timing, budget, and quality targets.
Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in the Automotive Tier-1 or Tier-2 sector, preferably in plastics manufacturing.
The position is a 12-month contract outside IR35, and proficiency in MS-Project and APQP processes is required.
Salary details are not specified, but a formal Project Management qualification is considered an advantage.

Owen Daniels have partnered with Polytec Car Styling UK and are hiring a Project Engineer in Telford and Bridgnorth where you will manage vehicle-component projects from concept to launch, ensuring they meet timing, budget, and quality targets while coordinating with customers, suppliers, and internal teams. Polytec are a Tier 1 Automotive supplier of high-quality exterior plastic components, supplying into some of the biggest names in the Automotive industry.Project EngineerMultiple VacanciesContract – 12 months minimum Outside IR35Telford/BridgnorthProject Engineer Job Description

Manage new or modified vehicle-component projects from concept to post-production, ensuring delivery meets timing, cost, and quality targets.
Support NPI strategy implementation, maintain project budgets, and drive cost efficiency to improve profitability.
Act as the key contact for customers, suppliers, and internal teams, ensuring smooth project execution and strong collaboration.
Adhere to health, safety, and environmental policies while demonstrating leadership, accountability, and problem-solving skills.
Oversee project plans, track milestones, manage risks, and ensure KPIs for timing, cost, and quality are met.

Project Engineer Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

Degree in Engineering (preferred) with at least 3 years in Automotive Tier-1 or Tier-2, ideally in plastics manufacturing. A formal Project Management qualification is an advantage.
Proficiency in MS-Project, APQP processes, Gateway Approvals, and strong skills in PowerPoint, Excel, Word & Outlook. SAP knowledge is a plus.
Strong ability to manage projects, risks, and KPIs, while effectively collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.

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