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Electrical Project Engineer

On-site in the UK·Added 28 days ago (last checked 28 Oct)

Nestlé

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Our summary

Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 a year
About £2,990 - £3,390 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, the UK
Closing date: Apply by Wednesday 11 November
Pension: Up to 12% employer pension

Skills

Nice to have

Capex

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Comprehensive pension scheme - up to 12% employer contribution
Potential, discretionary annual bonus
Private medical health cover
A focus on professional development and growth

The role

Business Area: Nestle Beverage

Location: Dalston, Cumbria

Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 depending on experience

Your Impact

As an Electrical Project Engineer, you will lead and support the delivery of engineering projects that help shape the future of our Dalston site. You will manage projects through design, procurement, installation and commissioning while ensuring solutions are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

• Project Delivery - Manage capital investment projects from concept through to installation, commissioning and handover.
• Engineering & Technical Excellence - Deliver engineering solutions that improve reliability, performance and efficiency.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance and Safety teams to achieve successful outcomes.
• Safety & Compliance - Ensure all activities meet relevant legislation, standards and site requirements. Support Zero accident goal through behavioural safety techniques.
• Start-Up & Operational Readiness - Support training, documentation and smooth project handover to operational teams.

Your Ingredients for Success

You will bring experience delivering engineering projects within a manufacturing environment, alongside stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills. Experience managing capital investment projects is essential.

• Qualifications & Technical Knowledge - Engineering degree or recognised apprenticeship in a relevant electrical engineering discipline.
• Project & Financial Management - Experience managing CapEx projects, budgets and procurement activities.
• Health, Safety & Compliance - Knowledge of CDM, PUWER, LOLER, PSSR and contractor management.
• Stakeholder & Communication Skills - Ability to influence, collaborate and build trusted relationships.
• Leadership & Continuous Improvement - Self-motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and adaptability.

What You Need to Know

Closing date: Wednesday 11/11/2026.

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect, and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.

To find out more about Nestle's commitment to DEI: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace

To find out more about your recruitment journey with Nestle: Recruitment Journey | Nestlé UK & Ireland

Hiring process

4 steps3 interviewsa task to do

Application
CV screening
Initial interview
With a recruiter
A conversation about your interests, experience and motivation, with more detail on the role.
Interview with the People Manager
With a hiring manager
A competency interview, virtual or in person, exploring your fit with the department and the role.
Evaluation
Certified tools on cognitive abilities and learning preferences; a case study or practical test may be requested.
Final interview
With stakeholders and possibly the future team
Different stakeholders take part; you may meet the team you would work with.
Offer

The evaluation is explained to you beforehand.
Nestlé keeps you updated on your application status and gives feedback after interviews.
Interviews may be by phone, video or in person; the recruiter explains the steps.

About Nestlé

Industry: Food and Beverages
Founded: 1866
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Vevey, Switzerland

In their own words

About the company & team

Nestlé Dalston is the home of NESCAFÉ and produces a range of Cappuccino, Aero and Coffee Mate products using highly automated manufacturing, filling and packing processes. As we continue to invest in our factory, people and technology, we're looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join our Projects team and help deliver the next generation of site improvements and capital investment projects.

Working as part of a collaborative team of 12 Project professionals, you'll manage projects from design and procurement through to installation, commissioning and operational handover. This is a varied role where you'll work closely with colleagues across Safety, Quality, Engineering, Production, while supporting the successful start-up of new assets, processes and infrastructure. Depending on project priorities, you could be involved in initiatives such as upgrading site water infrastructure, delivering energy-saving boiler improvements, enhancing inbound goods quality control facilities, increasing manufacturing capacity through new mixing systems, or leading major process upgrades to improve reliability and output. Every project offers the opportunity to make a visible impact on site performance, sustainability, safety and future growth.

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