Electrical Engineer

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An international manufacturer seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer for its Birmingham site. This role involves working in a multi-skilled maintenance team, focusing on both breakdown and preventative maintenance in a safe, professional environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong electrical engineering background and experience in heavy industry, with a keen ability to analyse and solve problems.

Qualifications

• Essential qualification in Electrical Engineering (HND/HNC).
• Experience in heavy industry and understanding of 3-phase control systems required.
• Proficient in PLC fault-finding and knowledge of safety isolation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with breakdown and preventative maintenance across the site.
• Adhere to all safety rules and conduct routine maintenance checks.
• Communicate effectively with Production Team Leaders during maintenance activities.

Skills

PLC fault-finding

3-phase control systems

Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems

Continuous improvement techniques

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Education

HND/HNC Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Role: Electrical Engineer
Location: Birmingham
£Great + Company Bonus & Benefits (Undisclosed at client request. Happy to disclose when we speak)
Hours: Mon-Fri 38.75hrs/wk

Our client, a leading international manufacturer, is currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join their site in Birmingham at a time of huge growth for the business.

As an Electrical Engineer, you will be part of a multi-skilled maintenance team that works together as a flexible and professional unit. You will be required to assist with both breakdown and preventative maintenance across the site safely and professionally.

Duties include:
– Adhere to all safety rules and requirements at all times.
– Carry out routine daily preventative maintenance checks.
– Work alongside the Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators, reporting findings to your Departmental Team Leader.
– Take responsibility for any specific area as required to understand its operation and fully understand the maintenance requirements and safe systems of work for that area.
– Ensure that all tasks are accompanied by the relevant supporting documentation (work orders, risk assessments etc.).
– Carry out all non-planned and planned maintenance tasks promptly.
– Be a front-line point of communication for Production Team Leaders, Shift Technicians and Operators during maintenance activities.
– Be actively involved in projects of improvement, extension or modification of equipment to optimise efficiency, reliability and safety.

What we are looking for:
– HND/HNC Electrical Engineering (Essential)
– Previous experience in heavy industry and an understanding of 3-phase control systems
– Knowledge of PLC fault-finding
– Knowledge of Isolation Procedures
– Knowledge of Hydraulic/Pneumatic/Mechanical systems
– Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques.
– Attention to detail with the ability to analyse problems and action solutions.
– Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
– Ability to self-organise, prioritise work and adhere to deadlines.

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