Electrical Engineer

Adecco; Penrith; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to maintain and repair manufacturing production equipment in the rural Penrith area. The role includes working on PLC systems and requires strong problem-solving skills. The salary ranges from £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience. This is a two-week rotating shift position with on-call work.

Qualifications

• Experience diagnosing and repairing PLC and electronically controlled equipment.
• Qualification to the latest IEE wiring regulations is desirable.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a wide range of manufacturing production equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults on PLC and electronically controlled equipment.
• Carry out installations ensuring health and safety compliance.

Skills

Diagnosing and repairing PLC

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Overview

Electrical Engineer — Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience, including on-call work
Location: Rural Penrith area

Adecco Workington are delighted to be recruiting for our fantastic client in the rural Penrith area. This is a superb opportunity to join a company with an excellent reputation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a wide range of manufacturing production equipment, reacting quickly to breakdowns.
• Diagnose and repair faults on PLC and electronically controlled equipment.
• Carry out installations and ensure equipment meets statutory health and safety requirements.
• Follow safe working practices at all times.
• Support continuous improvement activities.
• Work a two-week rotating early/late shift pattern with emergency on-call cover (no night shifts).

Requirements

• Experience diagnosing and repairing PLC and electronically controlled equipment.
• Qualification to the latest IEE wiring regulations desirable but not essential.
• Hands-on, proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage time effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.

If you are a team player who is willing to get involved and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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