Mechanical Electrical Engineer

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Maintenance Enginee r to join our dynamic team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of improvement activities and support site wide projects
• Support the Maintenance Supervisor in the day to day activity planning /work prioritisation
• Maintaining records within the site maintenance system (Calibrations/Inspections/Breakdowns/Repairs/Etc.)
• Evaluate the quantity and availability of spare parts required to be in stock
• Identify and propose subcontractors and suppliers, and assist in the development of request for quote to be sent to them
• Deliver fast, effective electrical / mechanical fault finding by investigating the root cause and identify and implement preventative solutions
• Ensure all corrective maintenance actions are carried out constructively and accurately.
• Ensure that all consumed parts are booked out correctly and recorded as necessary.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Practise continuous improvement, innovation and pro-activeness for improved ways of working offering possible solutions to problems encountered wherever possible

Requirements:

Education: Master in Mechanical Engineering

Essential

• Time served fully indentured modern apprenticeship
• BTEC/HNC/HND/NVQ level 3 – Engineering Qualification
• Electrical & Program Local Control (PLC) fault finding relevant qualifications

Desirable

• HND / Foundation Degree in Engineering
• Relevant IOSH Safety Training
• PLC fault finding – (Advantageous Siemens S7)
• 17th Edition IET wiring Regulations

Experience:

• Significant experience within manufacturing & maintenance environment, although other modern industrial environments would be considered.(FMCG). Applicants with a hands on maintenance background, such as a fully indentured modern apprenticeship would be at an advantage.
• Can demonstrate a good hands-on knowledge of electronic, electrical and PLC control systems.
• Experience with pneumatic systems; air rams, solenoids and pressure sensors and how they operate.
• Experience / knowledge of ATEX rated areas would be advantageous
• Good fault finding and problem solving skills, coupled together with the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to understand electrical drawings.
• General knowledge of health and safety standards and the ability to carry out on the job risk assessments.
• Good organisational and decision-making skills.
• Ability to make quick and accurate decisions.
• Able to work alone and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, Pro-active and reliable.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Forward thinking.
• Progressive attitude towards training.
• IT Literate (Able to input work and times into a front line maintenance system).
• Good verbal, listening & written communication skills

Specific skills:

• Dual skilled trained, with experience in pneumatics, hydraulics and PLC control systems (Siemens S7)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements and a supportive work environment.
• Opportunity for career growth within the company.

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