Electrical Maintenance Engineer

NRGTech Talent Solutions; Accrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Accrington is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support its operations. Responsibilities include performing maintenance on production equipment, diagnosing electrical issues, and ensuring safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have apprenticeship training, experience in a manufacturing environment, and strong problem-solving abilities. This role offers competitive pay, double day shifts, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Time served electrical engineer with fault finding skills.
• Ability to work with electrical control systems and repairs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical issues to minimize downtime.
• Uphold compliance with safety regulations on site.

Skills

Good level of written and spoken English

Ability to work independently

Time served apprenticed trained (electrical or multi-skilled)

Experience of working in a manufacturing environment

PLC fault finding

Knowledge and experience of AC Drives

Excellent problem-solving skills

Awareness of Health and Safety Legislation

17th / 18th Edition Wiring Regulations preferred

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer. Double days Monday to Friday. £(phone number removed) Plus benefits. Major European Company, great place to work.

Hours two shifts rotating 06:00-14:00 & 13:30-21:30.

The Company: Our client is a leading name in several fields of manufacturing, with a major European and UK presence spanning numerous operational plants. As part of the continued growth of the business they are presently seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to provide engineering support for their operation in Lancashire.

Job Purpose: Provide the on‑site engineering maintenance cover required to meet the needs of an expanding business. A time‑served electrical engineer able to work with electrical control systems and carry out fault finding and repairs to a range of manufacturing equipment. Strong oral and written communication, analytical and problem‑solving skills essential as well as a broad knowledge of all aspects of engineering and site facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and corrective maintenance on all production equipment (PPM).
• Diagnose and rectify electrical issues promptly to minimise downtime and enhance productivity.
• Uphold compliance with safety regulations and champion a culture of safety on site.
• To help plan maintenance schedules and update the CMMS system accurately, including CI activities/repairs/upgrades and modifications.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to co‑ordinate maintenance schedules and optimise equipment efficiency.
• Conduct routine inspection to identify potential problems and implement pro‑active measures to enhance equipment reliable.
• Form part of project teams when required.
• Good fault diagnosis skills on industrial electrical equipment and the ability to rectify breakdowns on production machinery and site facilities.
• Have a good understanding of the different types of electrical drawings.
• Fill out permits to work and risk assessments, counter sign others.
• Suggest improvements and where appropriate carryout associated modifications as small projects (continuous improvement).
• Handover shift meeting at end of shift.

Skills & Experience Required

• Good level of written and spoken English
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Time served apprenticed trained (electrical or multi‑skilled)
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment
• PLC fault finding
• Knowledge and experience of AC Drives
• Confident to respond positively when under pressure and meet deadlines
• Teamworking skills to work co‑operatively and liaise with departments
• Excellent problem‑solving skills
• An awareness of Health and Safety Legislation
• 17th / 18th Edition Wiring Regulations preferred

Is This You?

If you are an ambitious / experienced Maintenance Engineer looking for a great role in the Accrington area then look no further, we are hiring this role urgently, Send your application in now and we will be in touch within 24 hours to discuss the role and our client in further detail