Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Plastics Automation

Aqumen Business Solutions Ltd; Kirklees; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading plastics manufacturing business in Huddersfield is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to maintain automated systems. Ideal candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have experience in fault-finding on PLC-controlled equipment. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 and a balanced 4 on / 4 off shift schedule, along with career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Overtime opportunities

Training opportunities

Supportive environment

Genuine career progression

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Engineer with hands-on experience.
• Strong background in industrial or plastics manufacturing maintenance.
• Comfortable working on a 4 on / 4 off shift pattern.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive maintenance and reactive breakdown repairs.
• Fault-find and repair on PLC-controlled equipment.
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery.

Skills

Fault-finding on PLC systems

Problem-solving skills

Experience with AC/DC drives

Knowledge of extrusion

Knowledge of injection moulding machinery

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC / ONC or equivalent

Job description

A leading plastics manufacturing business in Huddersfield is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to maintain automated systems. Ideal candidates should hold relevant qualifications and have experience in fault-finding on PLC-controlled equipment. The role offers a competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 and a balanced 4 on / 4 off shift schedule, along with career progression opportunities.