Project Engineer - Automation - (PE01.27) - Basingstoke - Gist

    Gist
    Gist Basingstoke

    1 day ago

    Description

    About the role


    Location: Flexible UK - ideal location would be around the Midlands as there is a regular travel requirement across our network covering the whole of the UK, with potential occasional overseas travel

    Salary: circa £50,000

    Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week

    Benefits

    • 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
    • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
    • Private Medical Insurance
    • Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
    • Attractive annual bonus scheme, based on M&S performance and personal objectives
    • Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
    • Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
    • Access to a wide range of wellbeing support - including our Employee Assistance Programme
    • Plus much, much more: Why work for us? | Gist Limited

    Why Join Us


    We are looking for Project Engineers to drive the future of automation owning the full life cycle from concept to commissioning. In this role, you'll design innovative automation solutions, lead their delivery from the drawing board to the warehouse floor, test systems to ensure performance and reliability, and seamlessly hand them over to site for real-world operation.

    You'll be the critical link between ideas and execution-coordinating, problem solving, and turning designs into fully functioning automated systems that make an impact throughout our operations.

    If you're motivated by large-scale infrastructure, thrive in fast-moving environments, and want your work to make a visible, lasting impact, then this could be the role for you.

    What You'll Be Doing

    • Ensure all technology and building designs meet engineering standards and drive our Net Zero Carbon goals
    • Support the Lead Engineering Manager through feasibility, concept, Request for information and tender stages, delivering projects on time, on budget and to standard
    • Oversee flawless installation delivery by technical suppliers and building contractors
    • Keep site engineering teams informed and engaged with clear, regular project updates
    • Plan and coordinate training to equip site engineers to maintain and overhaul new installations with confidence

    What We're Looking For

    • Extensive experience within an FMCG , Retail, Manufacturing, Construction or Logistics company
    • Experienced in project management and delivery
    • Engineering qualification and/or experience in a similar role
    • Demonstrable analysis and problem-solving capabilities
    • Good presentation, communication, and strong decision-making skills
    • Highly motivated by the challenge of continuous improvement and value engineering required for project delivery
    • Self-motivated individual who champions breakthrough ideas and initiatives - confronts & works to resolve tough issues
    • Effective and clear communication (written & verbal) to influence peer group/senior management
    • Proficient with MS Office & ability to read / interpret drawings, generation of AutoCAD drawings an advantage

    Ready to Take the Next Step?


    Now's your chance to build a career that really moves. Apply today and start your journey with us

    We celebrate individuality and believe that diverse perspectives make us stronger. That is why we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, supported, and confident to be themselves. Bring your authentic self, unlock your full potential, and grow your career in an environment that champions you.

    Don't wait - we may close applications early . Apply now and take the next step forward.

    Our Internal Recruitment Team fulfil all vacancies on a direct basis. Unsolicited contact by unapproved agencies (sharing speculative CVs) will not be accepted and introductory fees will not apply.

    Recruiter
    MacDonald, Lynsey (Recruitment Advisor - People, Safety & Culture)


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