Electrical Engineer

Astute People; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to join a well-established business in the UK. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £56,000, a matched company pension of up to 4%, and the chance to work abroad. Responsibilities include diagnosing PLC software issues and assisting in machinery repairs. Ideal candidates should have experience with manual and CNC machinery, fault diagnosis, and relevant qualifications. Opportunities for career progression are available.

Benefits

Company pension, matched up to 4%

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in machinery troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel abroad if needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing PLC software issues on existing machinery.
• Assisting in quoting parts needed for repairs.
• Instructing repairs to service engineers.
• Offering insights to secure new business.

Skills

Experience with Manual and CNC Milling Machinery

Fault diagnoses of Electrical and Machine PLC Software problems

Knowledge of Heidenhain, Siemens and Fanuc PLC

Able to understand Hydraulic and Electrical Schematics

Full UK Driving License

Education

NVQ or Higher in Engineering

Job description

Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with an established and long-standing business to recruit an experienced Electrical Engineer, with experience in machinery, for its Brighouse site.

The strategically important Electrical Engineer role comes with a salary of up to 56,000, a matched company pension of up to 4% and the opportunity to work abroad, should you be interested.

If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer with experience with Electrical Tool Design and are looking to work for an organisation that has a historical commitment to growth, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Engineer role

Reporting to the Service Manager you will:

• Be working in a team environment, diagnosing PLC software issues on existing machinery in a variety of locations around the UK
• Assist in quoting parts needed for repair of machines
• Instructing repairs to service engineers around the country
• Offer thoughts and insight in how to secure new business

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience with Manual and CNC Milling Machinery
• Fault diagnoses of Electrical and Machine PLC Software problems
• Knowledge of Heidenhain, Siemens and Fanuc PLC
• Able to understand Hydraulic and Electrical Schematics
• NVQ or Higher in Engineering
• Full UK Driving License

Personal skills

The Electrical Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Personable and organised
• Able to work independently but also as part of a team in an office
• Keen to progress their career, and able to adapt to circumstances
• Able to travel abroad if needed

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Engineer role

• Competitive salary up to 56,000
• Company pension, matched up to 4%
• Life Insurance

INDNUC

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.