Electrical Production Engineer

Recruit 12; Wychavon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A production engineering company is seeking an Electrical Production Engineer to provide critical technical support across all production areas. The role involves troubleshooting electrical systems, ensuring minimal downtime during breakdowns, and validating new machine options. Candidates should be qualified Electrical Engineers with solid industrial experience in electrical engineering, excellent communication skills, and a strong IT proficiency. This position requires collaboration with multiple departments to enhance efficiency and safety in production.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Engineer with credentials (e.g., 18th Edition, HNC).
• Proven industrial experience in electrical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to production departments on electrical systems.
• Respond to machine breakdowns ensuring minimal production downtime.
• Test and validate new machine options including electrical functional checks.

Skills

Proven industrial electrical experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

IT literate, proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong self-motivation

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Electrical Engineer with recognised credentials

Apprentice-trained in electrical engineering

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Production Engineer

Department: Production Engineering

Reports To: Production Engineering Manager

Location: Worcester

Overview

A position has arisen within the Production Engineering Department for an Electrical Production Engineer. The successful candidate will provide technical electrical support across all production areas, working to improve reliability, resolve breakdowns, and develop and validate electrical systems for new and existing machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to all production departments on electrical systems.
• Respond promptly to machine breakdowns and line stoppages, ensuring minimal production downtime.
• Test and validate new machine options, including electrical functional checks.
• Prepare modification requests for design changes, including updates to electrical circuits and loom harnesses.
• Develop and maintain electrical assembly process documentation and check sheets.
• Support testing and evaluation of new machines and production equipment.
• Specify, design, and commission electrical test rigs as required.
• Identify and implement risk and safety improvements within electrical systems.
• Provide technical support to the Service and Quality Assurance (QA) departments.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:

• Apprentice-trained in an electrical engineering discipline.
• Qualified Electrical Engineer with recognised credentials (e.g., 18th Edition, HNC in Electrical Engineering).
• Proven industrial electrical experience.
• IT literate, proficient in all Microsoft Office packages.
• Strong self-motivation, organisation, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• A sound understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across all skill levels.

Desirable Criteria:

• Understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs).
• Knowledge of inverter drive systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical circuit drawings and ladder diagrams.
• Skilled in fault finding using electrical diagnostics, I/O, and PLC systems.
• Awareness of risk assessment and health & safety practices.
• Experience in defining and documenting assembly procedures.
• Project planning and management capability.
• Familiarity with electrical inspection and test methods.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems for fault diagnosis.
• Ability to implement process and productivity improvements.