Electrical Engineer

Howdens Joinery; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier in Runcorn seeks an Electrical Engineer to support growth in their manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will engage in proactive and preventative maintenance of CNC machinery, have a strong aptitude for fault finding, and contribute to improvement initiatives. Candidates must have NVQ Level 3 and experience with Siemens PLCs and CNC machinery is desirable. Howdens offers excellent benefits including pension, holidays, and onsite facilities.

Benefits

Excellent pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Free onsite parking

PPE Provided

Share save scheme

Exceptional reward and recognition

Qualifications

• Experienced in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery.
• Knowledge of Siemens s7 PLC, Beckhoff PLC, Pilz Safety PLC and Mitsubishi PLC desirable.
• Fault finding and corrective actions experience required.
• Experience in a woodworking manufacturing plant desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct reactive breakdown maintenance.
• Engage in continual improvement projects.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Multi-axis (CNC) machinery maintenance

Fault finding

Root-cause analysis

Computerised maintenance management systems

Siemens s7 PLC

Beckhoff PLC

Pilz Safety PLC

Mitsubishi PLC

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Howdens Joinery is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Engineering Department at our manufacturing facility in Runcorn, Cheshire. With significant investment underway to expand and modernise our cabinet and panel production operations, this is an excellent opportunity to join us and contribute to our exciting growth plans.

In this role, you will bring a completed engineering apprenticeship, hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, and a strong track record of working in a proactive, safety-focused culture.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will play a key part in delivering proactive and preventative maintenance across our manufacturing equipment, services, and utilities, supporting improvement initiatives, and responding to reactive maintenance needs when required.

Location

Runcorn, Cheshire

Shift

Days based, (4 on-4off, 2 days / 2nights)

Pay Rate

£49,263.24 per annum + Weekend Allowance £4621.20 per annum + Shift Allowance £2,368.08 per annum + Disturbance Allowance £1404.04 per annum + Contractual OT £2078.30 per annum + 6am-8am Allowance

Benefits of working for Howdens as an Electrical Engineer

• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Free onsite parking and canteen
• PPE Provided
• Share save scheme
• Exceptional reward and recognition

What do you need to qualify for the Electrical Engineer

• Experienced in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery
• Experience in a woodworking manufacturing plant – desirable
• Knowledge and experience of Siemens s7 PLC, Beckhoff PLC, Pilz Safety PLC and Mitsubishi PLC would be desirable
• PUWER experience would be desirable
• Fault finding, root-cause analysis and corrective actions
• Experience with computerised maintenance management systems
• NVQ Level 3 essential

What would you be doing as an Electrical Engineer

• Proactive and preventative maintenance
• Reactive breakdown maintenance
• Continual improvement projects
• Ownership and development of specific production line maintenance
• Supporting and engaging with lean manufacturing

About Us

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. With an ambitious and credible growth plan, we continue to build on our £2.3 billion sales made last year.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named as one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply

We are building a future where world-class service, innovation, and sustainability are embedded within our DNA. If Howdens sounds like the kind of place where you can build and develop your career as an Electrical Engineer, then we are keen to hear from you.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.