Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Fulbourn; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative agri-tech company in Fulbourn is seeking an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer. The role involves maintaining electrical and mechanical systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supporting equipment upgrades. Candidates should have an apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering, alongside strong electrical fault-finding skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and development pathways

Company pension scheme

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in a food, FMCG, or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults on PLC-controlled systems, motors, sensors, conveyors, and packaging machinery.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve issues and improve line efficiency.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Team-oriented

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLC systems (Siemens, Allen Bradley)

Job description

Overview

Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer — Location: Cambridge — Annual Salary: £50,000 — Job Type: Permanent, Full-time, Day Shift (Monday to Friday, 8:00-16:00, flexible).

We are a pioneering Cambridge-based agri-tech company dedicated to fixing the broken food chain through innovative solutions. We are seeking a skilled Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of electrical and mechanical systems and contribute to sustainability and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose and repair faults on PLC-controlled systems, motors, sensors, conveyors, and packaging machinery.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new equipment and upgrades.
• Ensure all maintenance work complies with health & safety and food safety standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records using the CMMS system.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to resolve issues and improve line efficiency.
• Participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement projects.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills with a good understanding of mechanical systems.
• Experience in a food, FMCG, or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.) and automated systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of HACCP, GMP, and food safety standards is desirable.
• Proactive, team-oriented, and able to work under pressure.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Training and development pathways
• Company pension scheme
• A supportive and inclusive team culture

How to Apply

To apply for the Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.