Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Nicholas Associates; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer in the Sheffield area. The role focuses on managing projects, coordinating with engineering and manufacturing teams, and improving processes to ensure high-quality, cost-efficient production.

Salary ranges and shift allowances are provided; the candidate should have strong electrical qualifications and experience in heavy industry, with good communication and team collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical qualification required.
• Proven experience in heavy manufacturing or foundry environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet targets.
• Lead manufacturing best practices to reduce cost and improve material flow.
• Coordinate and chair meetings and communicate status to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fault-finding

Electrical bias

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

IEE Wiring Regulations 17th/18th Edition

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

SCADA

Job description

Position: Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Salary: £46-48K + shift allowance

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Thursday: 6:00am - 2:00pm, Friday: 5:00am - 1:00pm


• Monday to Thursday: 2:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday: 1:00pm - 9:00pm (+25% shift allowance)


• Sunday to Thursday: 10:00pm - 6:00am (night shift) (+36% shift allowance)

Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, to join an established & growing client in the Sheffield area.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing project plans, timelines, and resource allocation


• Monitoring project progress and adjust plans to meet targets


• Coordinating and chair NPI meetings as required


• Capturing and implementing all design modifications and improvements


• Establishing processes that minimise manufacturing cost and improve associate safety


• Collaborating with manufacturing and quality teams to ensure compliance with specifications


• Acting as the primary liaison between engineering, manufacturing, operations, and quality


• Communicating project status, risks, challenges, and solutions to stakeholders


• Coordinating supplier and vendor requirements, including purchase orders


• Analysing results and implementing necessary design or process changes


• Leading and deploying manufacturing best practices to reduce cost, cycle time, and improve material flow


• Staying current with industry trends and technological advancements


• Creating and maintaining product release documentation packages


• Completing quality plans when required


• Controlling standards documentation and managing internal audits


• Informing internal stakeholders immediately of quality issues impacting customers


• Arranging and managing calibration activities, ensuring records and certificates are maintained


• Championing and supporting quality improvement initiatives across the business


• Driving objectives and KPIs to improve overall business performance


• Supporting the development of a facility that consistently delivers recognised quality products

You will have:

• Recognised electrical qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent).


• 17th/18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations.


• Proven experience in a heavy manufacturing or foundry environment.


• Strong electrical bias with solid mechanical aptitude.


• Hands-on experience with:


• High-temperature furnaces (VAR, ISM, Air Melt Induction)


• PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)


• AC/DC drives, sensors, and instrumentation


• Knowledge of heat treatment processes and equipment controls.


• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.


• Experience with SCADA systems and data logging.


• Familiarity with ISO 9001 / AS9100 aerospace or other high-specification environments.


• Basic mechanical fabrication, welding, or machining skills


• Strong communication and teamwork skills

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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