Electrical Engineer — Ride & Resort Control Systems

Drayton Manor; Tamworth; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Drayton Manor is seeking an Electrical Engineer to maintain and improve electrical and control systems across rides, hotel, and resort facilities. You will work hands-on, adhering to OEM standards and CMMS processes to ensure safety and reliability.

The role involves inspections, diagnostics, and major electrical overhauls, with collaboration across engineering teams to keep park operations safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in electrical maintenance within industrial/manufacturing/theme park environments.
• Strong fault-finding skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Experience with PLCs and automated control systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of electrical systems including motors, drives, transformers, and distribution.
• Test and maintain PLC and SCADA-based ride control systems.
• Diagnose faults and implement repairs to minimise downtime.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers to ensure system integration.
• Support safety, compliance, and risk management across resort assets.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Industrial environment

Fault finding

Safety procedures

Education

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

Tools

PLCs

SCADA

Job description

Drayton Manor is seeking an Electrical Engineer to maintain and improve electrical and control systems across rides, hotel, and resort facilities. You will work hands-on, adhering to OEM standards and CMMS processes to ensure safety and reliability.

The role involves inspections, diagnostics, and major electrical overhauls, with collaboration across engineering teams to keep park operations safe and efficient.