Electrical Engineer

Howdens Joinery Co.; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen supplier in Runcorn is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their Engineering Department. The role involves proactive and preventative maintenance of CNC manufacturing machinery, ensuring a smooth operation within a safety-focused environment. Ideal candidates should have NVQ Level 3 and experience in woodworking manufacturing. The position offers competitive pay alongside several benefits, including an excellent pension scheme and 25 days of holiday. The closing date for applications is January 4th.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Experienced in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery.
• Experience in a woodworking manufacturing plant is desirable.
• Knowledge and experience of Siemens S7 PLC, Beckhoff PLC, Pilz Safety PLC, and Mitsubishi PLC would be desirable.
• PUWER knowledge is desirable.
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems.
• NVQ Level 3 essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive and preventative maintenance.
• Address reactive breakdown maintenance.
• Lead continual improvement projects.
• Own and develop specific production line maintenance.
• Support lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

Maintenance of multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery

Experience in woodworking manufacturing plant

Knowledge of Siemens S7 PLC

Knowledge of Beckhoff PLC

Knowledge of Mitsubishi PLC

Fault finding and root-cause analysis

Computerized maintenance management systems

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Electrical Engineer

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 desirableFault 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 :

The closing date is Sunday, 4th January, and successful applicants will be contacted in the New Year.

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 [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

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