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Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Middleton Permanent £42,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
This is a really exciting opportunity for a technical Electrical Shift Engineer to carry out electrical maintenance and fault-finding on production machinery. The role requires strong electrical expertise, the ability to work safely and independently, and ideally some mechanical knowledge.
  • A large manufacturer of household products
  • Shifts 6:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00, 22:00-06:00 1 week rotation

About Our Client

Our client is a UK-based manufacturer specialising in home products, supplying large volumes to major retailers. The company operates large-scale production facilities, focusing on efficient manufacturing, quality control, and continuous improvement in its processes.

Job Description

Role Responsibilities

  • Design, upgrade, and rebuild electrical systems throughout the machine lifecycle
  • Design, improve, and maintain 3-phase motor control systems, including start/stop functions, variable speed drives, and directional control using AC/DC inverters.
  • Quickly identify and resolve electrical faults using structured root cause analysis across systems
  • Configure and maintain inline metal detection systems and support a range of industrial printing equipment.
  • Set up, commission, and maintain variable frequency drives (VFDs) and soft starters to support efficient process control.
  • Develop and enhance modular PLC programs to drive process improvements, following best practices in structured programming and documentation.
  • Keep electrical drawings, panel layouts, and system documentation accurate and up to date to ensure compliance and traceability.
  • Manage workload across multiple projects, balancing urgent breakdown response with ongoing improvement and upgrade initiatives.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have:

  • HNC (or higher) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent
  • Proven experience in the FMCG or manufacturing industry.
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills in electrical systems.
  • Knowledge of PLCs and automated machinery is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with health and safety standards in an engineering environment.
  • A proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork.

What's on Offer



Hours: Shifts 6:00-14:00, 14:00-22:00, 22:00-06:00 1 week rotation

Salary: £42-45k

  • Opportunities for professional development within the FMCG sector.
  • A supportive and structured working environment.



This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to take the next step in their career. If you are based in Middleton and have the skills required, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Laura Mallinson
Quote job ref
JN-052026-7015156
Phone number
+441133889065

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Maintenance, Reliability
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Middleton
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Laura Mallinson
Consultant phone
+441133889065
Job reference
JN-052026-7015156