Engineer - Electrical Bias

Future Recruitment Ltd; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in West Yorkshire is looking for an experienced Electrical Bias Engineer to maintain and troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems across their operations. The right candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and experience within the manufacturing sector. Responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing faults, and working closely with production teams. This role offers competitive compensation, including call-out rates and additional bonuses for on-call support.

Benefits

Fleet Vehicle

£75 call out rate

Retainer for being on call

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, drives, control systems, and fault finding.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a hands-on, can-do approach.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on all electrical and mechanical systems and machinery.
• Troubleshoot faults and implement effective repairs to reduce downtime.
• Work closely with production teams to ensure continuous operation of machinery.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PLC understanding

Fault diagnosis

Mechanical awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

NEW VACANCY - (PK9082)

ELECTRICAL BIAS ENGINEER

WEST YORKSHIRE (PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR FURTHER LOCATION DETAILS)

£OPEN (Depending On Experience) + Fleet Vehicle + £75 call out rate + Retainer for being on call

HOURS OF WORK : MONDAY - FRIDAY 8am - 5pm

My client is a leading manufacturer of high-quality polythene film products providing their clients with a range of shrink & none shrink, polythene film, sheeting, dolav liners, furniture, pallet wrap and mattress covers. With decades of experience, they pride themselves on innovative approach, commitment to sustainability, and customer-centric service. Their team is dedicated to delivering bespoke solutions that meet the evolving needs of clients across various industries.

They are seeking a skilled Electrical Bias Engineer to support their busy manufacturing operation, working across a range of extrusion and conversion machinery. This is a hands‑on role ideal for an experienced individual from the polythene, flexible packaging, or wider manufacturing sector with a strong electrical background and a proactive, solutions‑driven attitude.

Role / Responsibilities :

• Carry out preventative and reactive maintenance on all electrical and mechanical systems and machinery
• Troubleshoot faults, diagnose electrical issues, and implement effective repairs to reduce downtime
• Work closely with production teams to ensure continuous operation of machinery
• Assist in the installation, commissioning, and improvement of new and existing equipment
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and ensure compliance with health and safety standards

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of PLCs, drives, control systems, and fault finding
• Good mechanical awareness to support multi‑skilled responsibilities
• Relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a hands‑on, can‑do approach
• Willingness to take part in on‑call support as required (spilt between 3 Engineers)