Equipment & Facilities Engineer: Drive Uptime & Improvements

FHLB Des Moines; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Microchip Technology Inc. in Caldicot, South Wales (UK) is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join the operations team. You will perform proactive and reactive maintenance on modern manufacturing and facility equipment, install and support new and existing systems, and work across shifts.

The role supports the design and delivery of next-generation electronic modules for global markets. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a similar role, with experience reading mechanical drawings and a strong

Qualifications

• HNC or HND in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or time-served engineer
• Minimum 5 years in a similar role
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and schematics
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience with PLCs is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, troubleshooting and installation of high value manufacturing and facility equipment.
• Writing and scheduling preventative maintenance activities; performing PM activities.
• Identifying and controlling stock of critical spares; sourcing to reduce costs.
• Support Manufacturing to meet production schedules and deliveries.
• Contribute to continual improvement (OEE, safety, energy efficiency, equipment improvement).
• Train and mentor technicians and apprentices across departments.

Skills

Unsupervised work

Mechanical drawings

Communication skills

Planning & prioritisation

Health & safety compliance

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical and/or Mechanical Engineering or time-served engineer

Tools

PLC experience

Pumps/Condeners

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Microchip Technology Inc. in Caldicot, South Wales (UK) is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to join the operations team. You will perform proactive and reactive maintenance on modern manufacturing and facility equipment, install and support new and existing systems, and work across shifts.

The role supports the design and delivery of next-generation electronic modules for global markets. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a similar role, with experience reading mechanical drawings and a strong