We are on the lookout for a dynamic Electrical Project Engineer to join our Engineering Team. In this role, you will take charge of innovation and project management, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet the needs of our Operations function
Your Role
As the Electrical Project Engineer, you will:
- Design Electrical Distribution Systems: Prepare design layouts for installation wiring of plant/equipment and all project-related documentation
- Hands on Installation: Support the engineering team with hands on installation of the electrical systems for new production and site equipment
- Collaborate with Suppliers: Liaise with suppliers for competitive quotations, detailed specifications, and the procurement of appropriate electrical equipment
- Prepare Investment Applications: Draft capital investment applications, establish timescales, costs, and resource requirements
- Lead Projects: Oversee a variety of projects from concept to completion, developing detailed critical paths and ensuring timely delivery within budget
- Manage Contractors: Supervise contractors on-site, issue permits to work and ensure compliance with safety standards
- Ensure Progress: Compile justifications and maintain the critical path to ensure each stage of a project meets budget and quality standards
- Provide Reports: Regularly update the Head of Engineering on project progress
- Manage Project Systems: Maintain project management systems and procedures, handling all related administration efficiently
Exciting Projects Ahead
Here’s a glimpse of what’s in store:
- Creation of new mixing production area including additional machines
- Installation of additional warehouse storage capacity including cold store development
- Installation of new nut production lines and volumetric feeder for seeds
- Installation of over cladding to warehouse
- Replacement checkweigher, case tapers, box labellers and other ancillary equipment
- Roadway & carpark development
- Support for heat treatment of nuts
- Review of jaws and tube capabilities across the site
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Design of production lines: Proven experience of designing the electrical distribution system for a production line from multiple equipment suppliers
- Project Management Expertise: Proven ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience in Capital Projects: Previous hands-on experience delivering capital projects
- Health & Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with Health and Safety requirements in an FMCG environment
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Project and AutoCAD
- Food Manufacturing Experience: Background in food manufacturing is advantageous
- PC Skills: Advanced knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Financial Acumen: Sound understanding of budgetary controls
- Organisational Skills: Excellent ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively
About The Company
We’re on an exciting mission here at Whitworths – to help boost the nutrient intake of the nation, improving general health of families using the goodness found in our delicious products. We’re the only brand that gives a credibly nutritious boost to breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, baking and beyond
Why Join Whitworths?
There are countless reasons to join our team, but the most compelling is having a job you love with a company you’re proud to work for
Here’s what we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- 33 Days Holiday
- Workplace Pension
- Access to a range of family-friendly, health, and lifestyle benefits
We are committed to investing in our people—developing skills, providing growth opportunities, and fostering a culture of support. Our recent Investors in People accreditation is a testament to our dedication to our team
Apply Now
If this sounds like the opportunity for you and you have the skills and experience required to excel as a Project Engineer, click ‘Apply’ now! We look forward to receiving your application. Rest assured, all applications will receive a response
Our Commitment
Whitworths is fully committed to eradicating modern slavery within our business and supply chain. Our modern slavery statement is available on our website. If you have any concerns, please contact the Salvation Army Human Trafficking Helpline (0300 303 8151) or the Modern Slavery Helpline (08000 121 700)