Field Electrical Engineer - Industrial Plant & Controls

Carbon 60; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon 60 is seeking an experienced Mobile Electrical Engineer to join its specialist maintenance team. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance across multiple sites in the East Midlands, with emphasis on electrical fault finding on industrial plant and utility systems.

You will diagnose faults, support commissioning and decommissioning, and uphold high safety and compliance standards while coordinating with operations and contractors. A driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in Electrical Maintenance (City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent).
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic capability.
• Experience working with PLC and industrial control systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot both electrical and mechanical issues.
• Understanding of permit-to-work systems and safe isolation procedures.
• High Voltage Authorised Person status would be advantageous, although training may be provided.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Able to work independently and as part of a close-knit engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance activities on industrial plant and equipment.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical and mechanical faults.
• Prepare and issue permits to work and oversee equipment isolations.
• Support commissioning and decommissioning activities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, compliance, and housekeeping.
• Operate and maintain site utility systems to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
• Utilise the site maintenance management system to manage work activities.
• Liaise with contractors and support specialist projects where required.
• Participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

PLC/SCADA control

Electrical troubleshooting

Communication

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3 Electrical Maintenance

Job description

Carbon 60 is seeking an experienced Mobile Electrical Engineer to join its specialist maintenance team. The role covers planned and reactive maintenance across multiple sites in the East Midlands, with emphasis on electrical fault finding on industrial plant and utility systems.

You will diagnose faults, support commissioning and decommissioning, and uphold high safety and compliance standards while coordinating with operations and contractors. A driving licence is required.