Engineering Project Manager

Gousto; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading meal kit company in Warrington is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to oversee automation projects and ensure high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will have engineering qualifications, strong cross-functional communication skills, and extensive experience in the FMCG industry. Join a friendly team that values diversity and inclusion while working remotely part of the week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations and safety standards.
• Experience with lean manufacturing practices and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies for engineering improvement projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute projects.
• Manage contractors and ensure project expectations are met.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Risk assessment

Project management

Food hygiene standards

Financial analysis

Education

Engineering qualifications

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Gousto Warrington, England, United Kingdom

Company Description

Here at Gousto, we are on a mission to become the UK and Ireland's most loved way to eat dinner, and for every meal to leave the planet better off. Gousto is changing how people shop, cook and eat food at home. It’s an incredibly exciting time to join our team – and we’re a friendly bunch! We’re proud to be one of the fastest‑growing companies in the UK. Powered by data and a love of food, we’re a recipe box company that’s disrupting the sector, and we’re passionate about our diverse team and our customers. All of our people are responsible for the success of Gousto, and we’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment for all to thrive. Our guiding values – Dream, Deliver and Care – show our commitment to innovation, our ambition to hit goals at speed, and our deep respect for the people we work with.

Job Description

Hours: Monday to Friday 8 - 16:30
Contract: Permanent Employee
Location: Based in Warrington with frequent travel to other sites including Spalding, this team works remotely sporadically – no more than once weekly.
Reporting into Head of Engineering Projects and Innovation, this role forms part of our Engineering team in the UNBOX tribe. Unbox’s responsibility is delivering boxes to customers; the goal here being a high‑quality unboxing experience that is sustainable. We strive to ensure quality, accuracy and scale through automation and innovation.

The Engineering Project Manager will bring a wealth of Automation and Fulfilment experience to the Projects team, with a proven background in launching innovative projects and seeing them through to delivery. A subject‑matter expert in electrical, mechanical automation, systems, AutoCAD drawing understanding, proposals and designs. A strong cross‑functional communicator. You will deliver and implement projects; responsible for plans, budgets and execution.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct Capital Engineering feasibility studies to evaluate potential improvement projects
• Develop initial and detailed design solutions for engineering problem statements
• Lead cross‑functional teams to successfully execute projects while ensuring safety, engineering, and food standards compliance
• Ensure adherence to HSE, ISO, and food safety standards throughout project lifecycles
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for engineering disciplines, defining and enforcing industry standards
• Manage contractors and internal supply chain customers, ensuring project expectations are met
• Work with suppliers to propose capital proposals and automation solutions and lead feasibility discussions
• Provide technical direction, identify risks and opportunities, and develop solutions during project implementation
• Track and communicate project progress, risks, and deliverables to stakeholders
• Execute performance trials, review outcomes, and drive solutions for continuous improvement.

Who You Are

You’ll be a strategic thinker who can balance short‑ and long‑term goals while assessing risk, with a focus on sustainable, high‑impact results. A true Project Manager you will oversee site activities and prioritise. You will use your communication skills to engage and influence, as well as network to build key relationships.

• Practical knowledge of food hygiene standards in installations and machine design
• Extensive experience of leading multi‑functional projects within the FMCG industry
• Understanding of HACCP principles backed by certification or prior experience
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices and the ability to implement efficiency improvements
• CDM knowledge
• Contractor management experience
• Financial analysis capability
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, including PUWER, CE, COSHH, and machinery safety standards

Qualifications

• Engineering qualifications and proven experience in relevant disciplines
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, including PUWER, CE, COSHH, and machinery safety standards
• Demonstrable expertise in automation, Industry 4.0, and engineering standards for project execution
• Experience with WCM (World Class Manufacturing) methodologies or similar structured improvement frameworks.

Additional Information

Gousto is for everyone: Whether it’s creating diversity in our recipes or building new teams, we care about our people and the opportunities they have at Gousto. Across our business, we lead with inclusivity and strive for equity in all we do; working hard to ensure Gousto is an environment where you can be totally yourself. Everyone is welcome, and we’re looking for applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. For our roles outside of Operations, most of our people spend 1 or 2 days in our offices every week, combining the benefits of flexibility and time together with colleagues. We want to enable you to do your best work, and if you require additional flexibility, please talk to us about it. We understand that some individuals may require reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the interview process. Please tell us what you need, and we will make every effort to accommodate.