Project Engineer - #186195

Salary: £48,162.29 + 10% company bonus + private medical insurance

Location: Darlington, with occasional travel to our Morley site

Reporting to: UK Head of Engineering

We’re looking for a practical, organised Project Engineer to help deliver capital engineering projects across our UK kitchen manufacturing sites. If you enjoy seeing projects through from idea to reality, working with a wide range of stakeholders, and making a real impact on how sites operate, this could be a great next step for you.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous discounts: Up to 80% off our kitchen products
• Flexible holidays: Buy up to five additional days through our holiday purchase scheme
• Health & wellbeing support: 24/7 access to a virtual GP and employee assistance programme
• Lifestyle perks: Cycle to work scheme and discounts with 200+ high-street brands
• Refer a Friend scheme
• A supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas are welcomed and encouraged
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Project Engineer, you’ll:

• Coordinate and deliver capital investment (CapEx) projects across UK manufacturing sites
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
• Work closely with engineering, production, and operational teams to understand site needs and develop practical solutions
• Support the development of project scopes, technical specifications, and supplier selection
• Engage and manage OEMs, contractors, and suppliers throughout project delivery
• Monitor project progress, budgets, risks, and timelines, escalating issues where needed
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives
  
  

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who combines engineering understanding with a strong project mindset. You’ll ideally have:

• Experience in an engineering or project-based role within a manufacturing environment
• Exposure to capital projects such as new equipment installation, modifications, or upgrades
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with multiple stakeholders
• A structured, organised approach to planning and problem-solving
• Good awareness of health and safety requirements in an industrial setting
• A degree in Engineering (or a related discipline) is preferred but not essential
• Familiarity with tools such as MS Project, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
  
  

You’ll be successful in this role by living our values

• Care – building strong relationships, working collaboratively, and supporting others to succeed
• Inspire – communicating clearly, taking ownership, and contributing ideas that move us forward
• Deliver – managing projects effectively and ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget
  
  

About Magnet

At Magnet, we’ve been shaping the heart of the home for over 100 years. From award-winning kitchen designs to UK-based manufacturing, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading specialist kitchen providers. But our real strength is our people; their passion and commitment help us deliver exceptional products every day.

Ready to make a difference?

If you’re excited to work on meaningful engineering projects and be part of a business that truly values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you need any reasonable adjustments during your application or interview, please let us know; we're happy to help.

Magnet was founded by Tom Duxbury in 1918, as a joinery business in Bingley, Yorkshire. Tom named his business after his beloved horse, Magnet, and believed in a considered approach and a commitment to quality. This simple premise still drives Magnet today.

Tom believed in a considered approach, enabling him to offer better products and services to his customers. This simple premise still drives Magnet today.

We've come a long way from our humble Yorkshire roots, growing to be both leaders and pioneers in the industry as we paved the way for all the kitchen retailers in the UK.