Company Overview
CMR UK Ltd is a leading manufacturer of industrial engine controls and instrumentation based in North-Tyneside. As part of the global Amphenol Group, we supply performance-critical components to sectors such as Power Generation, Marine, Automotive, and Rail. Our mission is to develop smart instrumentation and automation systems that promote a cleaner environment across energy, industry, and marine sectors.
We are currently seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join our Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of group change management, continuous improvement, and new product introduction (NPI) projects. You will coordinate activities between project managers and technical teams, acting as the primary technical point of contact to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to the required quality standards. In addition, you will provide engineering support, drive project execution, and work closely with the Key Account Management team to support operational and customer requirements.
Responsibilities
- Support the Engineering manager in the implementation and management of a variety of projects, including NPI, Change Control, and Customer support.
- Support the implementation and embedding of the New Product Introduction (NPI) process throughout the Group
- Lead assigned project, and coordinate project reviews, meetings and the creation and maintenance of project schedules / timelines by monitoring project progress; resolve problems and keep up to date the project dashboards in line with NPI process.
- Determine project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; complete technical studies; prepare cost estimates.
- Work with internal team and external global teams, sites and departments to ensure effective project execution
- Manage the approval and support the Group change control process to ensure timely delivery of controlled changes.
- Analyse technical, operational, and financial data to support project decisions, business cases, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop and drive improvement within engineering practices and processes.
- Assist in quotations for new business development opportunities by running TCO’s & manipulating technical and financial data to support the quotation process.
- Provide technical support to customers and the project teams, identifying and communicating design, manufacturing and process improvement opportunities
- Schedule project / engineering tasks and deliver to agreed timeframes.
- Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to internal/external customers.
- Perform administrative functions such as reviewing and writing reports and weekly meeting notes.
- Develop processes and define process maps to support engineering projects.
- You will be required to undertake occasional travel to customer locations and other global manufacturing sites as business needs dictate.
Desired skills and qualifications
- Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in a project engineer or similar engineering role
- Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and deliver multiple projects to agreed timescales and budgets.
- Experience of New Product Introduction (NPI), product transfer, change control, or engineering project delivery within a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Experience of continuous improvement methodologies and process optimisation.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional and international teams.
- Commercial awareness and experience supporting cost analysis, quotations, or business cases would be advantageous.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft office applications, ERP systems and project planning tools
What we offer
We are highly committed to providing opportunities for personal and professional growth and maintain a strong focus on training and development. We strive to create an engaging and supportive work environment where our employees can thrive.
We offer a competitive starting salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:
· Performance-related annual bonus
· 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 29 days after 2 years of service)
· Hybrid working and flexible working schedules
· Birthday day off
· Funded training and development opportunities
· Company Pension Scheme
· Holiday Buy Scheme
· Life Assurance
· Health Care Cash Plan
· Enhanced Company Sick Pay
· Long Service Awards
· Staff events and team building activities throughout the year
· 0nsite car park
and more
We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We encourage and welcome applications from suitably skilled candidates from all backgrounds.
Note: Applicants must be able to demonstrate eligibility to reside and work in the UK.
Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Canteen
- Company events
- Company pension
- Enhanced maternity leave
- Enhanced paternity leave
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- Paid volunteer time
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in North Tyneside NE27 0QF
