Electrical Engineer - DAY SHIFT

Escape; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm in Dumbarton is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a day shift position. This hands-on role involves maintaining heavy machinery, troubleshooting electrical systems, and ensuring safety at work. The ideal candidate will have relevant apprenticeship experience and strong electrical skills. A competitive salary and the opportunity for career development are offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Production-based bonus

Overtime at enhanced rates

Christmas shutdown

Qualifications

• Time-served or modern apprenticeship in electrical engineering.
• Experience with heavy machinery in a production environment.
• Strong ability to read electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance on heavy machinery.
• Troubleshoot PLC control systems.
• Support production teams to minimize downtime.

Skills

Electrical drawings interpretation

Proactive maintenance

Troubleshooting PLC systems

Mechanical system knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Education

Time-served / modern apprenticeship in electrical engineering

18th Edition certification

Job description

Overview

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Day Shift (Mon-Fri)

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our client's established engineering team within a long-standing, family-run Scottish business. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering stability, career development, and the opportunity to work with a close-knit team.

Key Details

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 07:20 - 15:50
• Salary: £47,400 per annum (includes flexibility allowance)
• Christmas shutdown every year
• Annual maintenance shutdown: First 2 full weeks in July (no annual leave permitted during this period)
• Pension scheme and production-based bonus
• Overtime available at enhanced rates

Responsibilities

• Carry out both proactive and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues, including PLC control systems.
• Support production teams to minimise downtime and ensure timely repairs.
• Work across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Maintain safe working practices and effective communication at all times.
• Work independently and as part of a team to deliver high standards.
• Uphold good housekeeping practices and contribute to continuous improvement.

About You

• Time-served / modern apprenticeship in an electrical engineering discipline (or equivalent).
• Experience working within a production/manufacturing environment with heavy machinery.
• 18th Edition certification.
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of PLCs, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, and mechanical drive systems.
• Flexible and multiskilled, with a willingness to undertake mechanical work.
• Physically fit, due to the nature of the role.
• Excellent communication, numeracy, and literacy skills.

How to Apply

This is an excellent opportunity to join a secure and successful business where many employees have built long careers. If you are a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a day-shift position with a great work-life balance and competitive salary, we'd love to hear from you.