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Purpose of Role:
To lead and support Operations Engineering projects from initial concept through to implementation and ongoing maintenance. The Project Engineer will be responsible for the full lifecycle of custom and existing manufacturing equipment and plant, ensuring operational reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement in support of Xaar's strategic objectives, including an overhaul and replacement of aging capital equipment seeing significant multi million pound investment.
Reporting Relationships:
- PMO Director - Operations
Key Internal Relationships:
- Process Engineers
- Production Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Facilities and Maintenance Teams
- Operations and Quality Teams
Person Specification:
The Project Engineer will have an extensive understanding of:
- Managing engineering projects in a manufacturing or production environment
- Design, development, and integration of mechanical and electrical systems
- Lifecycle management of production and test equipment
- Equipment reliability, root cause analysis, and preventative maintenance
- Health, safety, and environmental standards within an industrial setting
The Project Engineer will also :
- Apply a practical and solutions-focused approach to technical challenges
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external suppliers
- Work independently while managing multiple concurrent priorities
- Deliver clear documentation including plans, drawings, and risk assessments
- Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
Experience and Qualifications:
- HNC/HND or Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering
- Demonstrable experience in an engineering role within a manufacturing environment
- Strong fault-finding skills and hands-on engineering capabilities
- Ability to manage project timelines, budgets, and stakeholders
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with automation or PLC systems
- Supplier management from RFQ to installation sign off, (FAT & SAT)
- Proficiency with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma
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