Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Automotive Plant, Shifts

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer based in Burnley is looking for a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer. This permanent position offers a stable work environment and hands-on tasks with advanced equipment. Responsibilities include proactive maintenance to minimize downtime, and candidates should have a full Engineering Apprenticeship and experience in production maintenance. Benefits include 28 days holiday, a pension scheme, and opportunities for overtime.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company sick pay & life insurance

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Proven experience in maintenance within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with diagnosing and repairing faults across various systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering schematics.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks.
• Support new machine installations and commissioning.

Skills

Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills

Confident working independently

Willingness to work in varied environments

Education

Full Engineering Apprenticeship

Level 3 Electrical or Electronic Engineering qualification

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Basic PLC fault finding

SCADA and robotic systems familiarity

Job description

A leading automotive manufacturer based in Burnley is looking for a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer. This permanent position offers a stable work environment and hands-on tasks with advanced equipment. Responsibilities include proactive maintenance to minimize downtime, and candidates should have a full Engineering Apprenticeship and experience in production maintenance. Benefits include 28 days holiday, a pension scheme, and opportunities for overtime.