Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Interaction Recruitment; Great Houghton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Lead Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to join a global manufacturer in Northampton. This permanent role involves managing a team, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing manufacturing processes. Candidates should have proven leadership experience in engineering, preferably within a manufacturing setting. Strong electrical skills and relevant qualifications are essential.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

10% Pension

Health Shield

Life Insurance

Company uniform

Pay reviews after probation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior engineering or team leadership role.
• Strong electrical background with 17th/18th Edition certification preferred.
• Hands-on experience with fault finding on electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the engineering team for motivation and development.
• Act as the Responsible Person for safety and compliance.
• Carry out electrical and mechanical installations and repairs.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical expertise

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

Vision systems

Control systems

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Lead Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Location: Northampton, NN3
Salary: £52,000-£57,000
Hours: Monday - Friday | #removed#
Full time, Permanent

The Client

Interaction Recruitment are working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist glass products for the automotive and construction industries. Based in Northampton, the company is seeking a Lead Engineer to join their dynamic team and support plant operations through leadership, technical expertise, and continuous improvement.

The Benefits

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• 10% Pension
• Health Shield
• Life Insurance
• Company uniform
• Pay reviews after probation

The Role

• Lead and manage the engineering team, ensuring motivation, development, and performance
• Act as the designated Responsible Person for safety, compliance, and operational standards
• Carry out electrical and mechanical installations, maintenance, and repairs on manufacturing equipment
• Troubleshoot faults, calibrate vision systems, and support automation technologies
• Collaborate with production teams to minimise downtime and improve efficiency
• Analyse performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions
• Coordinate planned maintenance schedules and manage external contractors
• Contribute to the development and refinement of Standard Operating Procedures
• Support capital investment planning and supplier engagement

The Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior engineering or team leadership role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong electrical background - 17th/18th Edition certification preferred
• Hands-on experience with fault finding and repairs on electromechanical systems
• Formal engineering qualifications (HNC/HND or equivalent) desirable
• Experience with vision systems, control systems, and automation technologies
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proactive and analytical mindset
• Automotive industry experience is a plus

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across multiple UK industries including Engineering, Industrial, Finance, and Commercial. For more information or to apply, contact Michael Watson on (phone number removed) or email .

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