Maintenance Engineer

Employment; Atherton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the Atherton area is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to maintain CNC machines and support production teams. This position offers a competitive salary, Monday to Friday hours, and opportunities for career development. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with machine tools and strong problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Paid overtime

25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

Secure onsite parking

Training and development opportunities

Long term job security

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer with machine tool expertise.
• Familiarity with 3 phase electrics and 18th edition.
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting on machine tools.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Fault-finding

Communication

Education

Level 3 Qualification

Tools

CNC machines

Lathes

Mills

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Position : Maintenance Engineer
Hours of Work : Monday to Friday days
Salary : £45,000 -£50,000 according to experience

About The Company
Our Client based near the Preston area is an is a long established engineering company, operating from a single seven acre site. The company manufactures medium to heavy engineered components for the Mining, Oil & Gas and Power Generation industries, and specialises in large capacity CNC machining of components up to 13m in length and 35 Tons in weight. The company has extensive in-house facilities and employs a highly skilled workforce to cover flame-cutting, forging, fabrication, conventional machining, CNC machining & component testing.
We have a very healthy order book, and the business continues to grow and to be profitable. As part of our future plans, we now have the opportunity for someone to join our team as a Maintenance Engineer
The role will offer a varied workload and will see you involved in reactive and preventative maintenance, service, repair and general upkeep of our production facility. This will include CNC and manual machine tools. You will also support projects which may include site extensions, improvements, the installation of new machinery etc
Day to day you will be fault finding and providing solutions to problems with components and systems including electric motors, bearings, pumps, valves, mechanical drive systems, hydraulics, cooling systems etc as well as with the building itself (heating, lighting etc)

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on a wide range of machine tools, including CNC machines, lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Ensure all machinery is functioning optimally and efficiently, reducing downtime and improving overall productivity.
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults in machinery and equipment.
• Carry out routine inspections and identify potential issues before they result in machine failures.
• Work closely with production teams to minimize disruptions and optimize machine performance.
• Assist in machine installations, modifications, and upgrades as required.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.

Requirements:

• Probable apprentice trained with a Level 3 Qualification
• Proven experience as a Maintenance Engineer with hands-on expertise in machine tool maintenance
• 18th edition and familiar with 3 phase electrics
• Knowledge of CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other machine tools.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and fault-finding skills, including experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Familiarity with machine tool calibration
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and techniques
• Experience with machine tool diagnostics and repair.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Able to work at heights up to 15 metres
• Experience of materials handling equipment including overhead cranes very beneficial

What is on Offer?

• Basic salary £45,000-£50,000
• Paid overtime
• No shifts ! Monday to Friday days
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
• Secure onsite parking.
• Training and development to continue your professional career
• Long term job security