Carding Engineer

Hunter Selection; Denby Dale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading textile manufacturer is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Denby Dale, United Kingdom. The role involves maintaining and improving carding machinery, ensuring reliability, and supporting continuous improvement. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering and hands-on experience with carding machinery. The position offers a competitive salary of £50,000+ and an attractive relocation package, along with enhanced holiday and pension benefits.

Benefits

Up to £8,000 relocation package

Enhanced Holiday

Enhanced Pension

Training & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with carding machinery in manufacturing.
• Proven track record in maintenance and engineering roles.
• Clear communication skills with ability to document work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Mentor operators and apprentices to build internal capability.

Skills

Mechanical fault-finding

Electrical fault-finding

Root cause analysis

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer - Carding Equipment

Taunton, Somerset

£50,000+

Up to £8,000 relocation package for Day Shift. Enhanced Holiday (increasing with service). Enhanced Pension. Training & Development Opportunities.

My client, a leading textile manufacturer, is looking for a hands‑on Maintenance Engineer to maintain and improve carding machinery, drive reliability, and support continuous improvement in a fast‑paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out PPM and respond to equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Work with production and engineering teams to improve machine performance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and support improvement projects.
• Mentor operators and apprentices to build internal capability.
• Reduce contractor reliance through robust engineering solutions.
• Assist with spare parts management and asset planning.
• Ensure all work meets health, safety, and environmental standards.

Experience & Qualifications

Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering.
• Experience with carding machinery in manufacturing is a must.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills.
• Knowledge of root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Clear communicator with strong documentation skills.
• Proactive, safety‑focused, and reliability‑driven.
• Willingness to mentor junior staff.
• Experience in textile or process‑driven industries.

To apply, contact Olly O'Hare at or call (phone number removed).

Hunter Selection Limited is a recruitment consultancy with offices UK wide, specialising in permanent & contract roles within Engineering & Manufacturing, IT & Digital, Science & Technology and Service & Sales sectors.

Please note, as we receive a high level of applications we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.