Engineering Project Manager

Meritus ·www.meritustalent.com

Location Telford, Shropshire, England
Salary GBP 55,000 - 60,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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MERITUS are recruiting for an Engineering Project Manager to join a systems integration business specialising in bespoke solutions for customers in Aerospace, Engineering, FMCG and Agriculture.

ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGER - CUSTOMER FOCUSED - £55,000 PER ANNUM - SYSTEMS INTEGRATION BACKGROUND - TELFORD, SHROPSHIRE + INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL - FAST PROCESS - SECTOR: AEROSPACE / SYSTEM INTEGRATION

This is a customer-facing role focused on managing projects from order receipt through to installation, commissioning and final acceptance. Acting as the key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle, you'll coordinate internal teams, manage customer expectations, and ensure successful project delivery.

What You'll Do

  • Manage engineering projects from order through to final acceptance.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for customers throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales and Customer Support teams.
  • Manage project schedules, documentation and customer review meetings.
  • Monitor project delivery against agreed milestones and budgets.
  • Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), installation and commissioning activities.
  • Provide regular customer updates and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
  • Travel to customer sites across the UK and internationally.

What You'll Bring

  • Proven experience managing engineering, manufacturing or automation projects.
  • Strong customer-facing and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing multiple projects.
  • Good commercial awareness and budget management experience.
  • Technical understanding of engineering or manufacturing environments.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MS Project.
  • Proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.

Essential Background

  • Experience within engineering, manufacturing, industrial automation or capital equipment environments.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Valid Passport and willingness to travel internationally.
  • Right to work in the UK.

Why Apply?

  • Manage complex, bespoke engineering projects from start to finish.
  • Significant customer interaction and international travel.
  • Company Car.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Death in Service Scheme (4x salary).

Frequently asked questions

Who is hiring for the Engineering Project Manager role?
Meritus is hiring for the Engineering Project Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Engineering Project Manager job located?
The Engineering Project Manager role with Meritus is based in Telford, GB.
What does the Engineering Project Manager role pay?
Meritus lists the Engineering Project Manager role at GBP 55,000–60,000 per year.
Is the Engineering Project Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Meritus.
What experience level is the Engineering Project Manager role?
The Engineering Project Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Engineering Project Manager role at Meritus?
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