Electrical Production Engineer

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Worcester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturing company in Worcester is seeking an experienced Electrical Production Engineer. This role provides technical support across the production facility, maintaining operations and validating new machinery. Candidates should have a recognised electrical qualification and strong electrical experience. Benefits include 25 days holiday and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

8% pension contribution

Private medical and life insurance

Wellbeing programmes

Free uniform

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained in an electrical engineering discipline.
• Qualified Electrical Engineer with a recognised electrical qualification.
• Strong industrial electrical experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to all production departments on electrical systems.
• Respond promptly to resolve machine breakdowns and minimise line stoppages.
• Electrically test and validate new machine options.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

Communication skills

IT literacy

Self-motivated

Organisational skills

Education

18th Edition Electrical Qualification

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Electrical Production Engineer - Worcester - £27,500 to £37,500 plus excellent benefits

Our client, Yamazaki Mazak, is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading machine tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years. Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Production Engineer to provide technical support across Mazak’s state-of-the-art production facility. You’ll play a key role in maintaining smooth manufacturing operations and supporting the continuous development of new machinery.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to all production departments on electrical systems.
• Respond promptly to resolve machine breakdowns and minimise line stoppages.
• Electrically test and validate new machine options, including full functional checks.
• Prepare modification requests for design changes to electrical circuits and loom harnesses.
• Create and maintain electrical assembly process documents and check sheets.
• Test and evaluate new machines prior to release.
• Specify, design, and commission electrical test rigs.
• Identify potential risks and implement safety improvements.
• Provide technical support to the Service and Quality Assurance departments.

Essential Criteria

• Apprentice trained in an electrical engineering discipline.
• Qualified Electrical Engineer with a recognised electrical qualification – 18th Edition, HNC (Electrical Engineering) or equivalent.
• Strong industrial electrical experience.
• IT literate, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Self-motivated, well-organised, and able to manage time effectively.
• Strong communication skills and a sound understanding of electrical engineering principles.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of PLCs and inverter drive systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical circuit drawings and ladder diagrams.
• Skilled in fault finding using electrical diagnostics, I/O, and PLCs.
• Understanding of risk assessment and health & safety standards.
• Experience defining and documenting assembly procedures.
• Project planning and project management capabilities.
• Knowledge of electrical inspection and test methods.
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems for fault finding.
• Ability to identify and implement process or productivity improvements.
• Experience operating CNC machinery.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• 8% pension contribution.
• Private medical and life insurance (x4 salary).
• Wellbeing programmes and sick pay.
• Free uniform and onsite parking.
• Subsidised onsite restaurant.

If this Electrical Production Engineer role sounds like the right next step in your career, please get in touch today to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

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