Electrical Engineer (Facility Engineer)

ZipRecruiter; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in injection moulding seeks an Electrical Engineer with a strong electrical maintenance background. This full-time role involves ensuring the reliability of electrical systems, conducting routine maintenance, and supporting improvement projects. The ideal candidate will have recognized electrical qualifications and experience in an industrial setting, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about facilities engineering.

Benefits

Annual discretionary bonus

Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)

Life assurance (4x salary)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to employee discount platform

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Eyecare vouchers

UK Sharesave scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification required.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments required.
• Computer literate, especially with MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults across the facility.
• Carry out routine electrical maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
• Install and commission electrical systems according to standards.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

City & Guilds or BTEC in Electrical Engineering

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Electrical Engineer (Facilities Engineer)

Location: Oxfordshire

Salary: £31,000 - £39,000 (depending on experience and qualification)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–16:30

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We're proud to be representing our client, a world leader in injection moulding and plastic components, seeking a proactive and experienced Facilities Engineer with a strong electrical maintenance background.

This is a key role within the on-site engineering team, supporting the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems across the facility. The successful candidate will ensure all electrical work is compliant, safe, and aligned with business needs, while contributing to improvement projects and facilities support.

Responsibilities

1. Diagnose and resolve electrical faults across facility infrastructure and manufacturing equipment.
2. Carry out routine and planned electrical maintenance to prevent breakdowns and optimize uptime.
3. Install, modify, and commission electrical systems and components according to standards and requirements.
4. Conduct regular testing, inspections, and maintenance of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with H&S and legal regulations.
5. Maintain detailed records of maintenance, repairs, and testing activities for audits.
6. Support engineering and improvement projects, especially electrical upgrades or energy efficiency initiatives.
7. Liaise with and supervise third-party contractors.
8. Ensure critical spares are stocked for timely repairs.
9. Provide fault-finding support and technical expertise to production and engineering teams.
10. Engage in relevant training, including wiring regulations updates (e.g., 18th Edition).

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Recognised electrical qualification such as City & Guilds or BTEC in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance or facilities engineering within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, fault diagnosis, and maintenance routines.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Computer literate, especially with MS Office applications.

Desirable Qualifications

• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
• IPAF licence
• ECS Card (Installation Electrician or equivalent)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to employee discount platform
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• UK Sharesave scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Free on-site parking

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an electrically biased Facilities Engineer who enjoys a varied workload, problem-solving, and contributing to continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Join a company that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth.

Note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Proof will be required during the recruitment process.

Interested? Please apply via the link or send CVs directly to Chloe at MDE Group UK via TPBN1_UKTJ.