Nestlé Purina

Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum depending on experience 

Days, Full Time – Permanent  

Some of our fantastic benefits

• Comprehensive pension scheme – up to 12% employer contribution
• Potential, discretionary annual bonus  
• Generous holiday entitlement including 12 additional ‘flex’ days
• A focus on professional development and growth
• Private medical health cover 

We’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer who can demonstrate a broad range of skills from people management to problem solving. We never stand still in a continually evolving and competitive market, so you’ll need a continuous improvement mind-set and a hands-on approach.

At Nestlé Purina, we’re on a mission to enrich the lives of pets, the people who love them, and the planet we share. Join us, and you’ll discover a world where your skills, knowledge, and passion can flourish. As part of our supportive and dynamic environment, you’ll be encouraged to challenge norms, experiment with new ideas, and drive meaningful change. At Purina, you’re not just part of a team; you’re part of a movement to create a better world for pets and people alike.

Our Wisbech factory makes some of the UK’s most well-known and much-loved brands, such as Felix, Winalot, Gourmet, and Purina ONE, and is constantly developing to meet the changing needs of our consumers. This factory is in its prime with significant capital investment on new lines and new exciting technology leading to fantastic development opportunities!

We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.

Your Impact

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will manage and perform the design, implementation, and start-up phases of capital investment projects at the manufacturing site. You will operate within the defined scope of responsibility and specialisation, ensuring that the objectives outlined in the investment project charter, design specifications, and Nestlé standards are effectively implemented and adhered to.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Collaborate with the Project Engineering Manager to develop and adhere to the investment project charter. Manage and execute capital engineering projects within established budgets and timelines.
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and site rules. Monitor environmental impacts and adhere to site environmental requirements. Report any Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) incidents or concerns.
• Commissioning and Oversight: Oversee the commissioning of plant and equipment to predetermined standards. Manage and control the activities of third-party contractors on-site.
• Collaboration and Support: Liaise with Operations and other on-site resources for project work, and collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and Logistics regarding scope, time plan, and budget. Assist multi-disciplined teams in achieving project targets.
• Budget Development and Management: Assist in the development of scope and budget for various projects up to £5 million; develop timing plans.

Your ingredients for success

This is an exciting career opportunity to join the world’s largest food and beverage manufacturer for candidates with solid technical skills and previous project management experience.

• Qualifications: High-calibre engineer with Apprentice training, HNC, or Degree in Engineering.
• Technical Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering along with technical knowledge and practical experience in Health & Safety legislation (CE, PUWER, and machinery safety).
• Project Management: Proven experience managing multiple projects in manufacturing, ideally within FMCG.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations.
• Equipment Knowledge: Familiarity with process and packaging equipment.
• Site Services: Knowledge of building works, site services including effluent plants is beneficial.
• IT Skills: Computer literate, with experience in SAP being advantageous but not essential.
• Financial Acumen: Skills in financial management, including reviewing, controlling, forecasting, purchasing, and price negotiation.

What we need you to know

Advert posting date: Wednesday 14/01/2026. 

Advert closing date: Wednesday 28/01/2026.

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