Maintenance Engineer

Morgan Ryder; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched contributory pension (up to 7%

Excellent overtime availability

Company phone + laptop

Long-term job security

Job summary

Morgan Ryder is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to work on high‑value 5‑axis CNC tools at our Preston site. You will perform planned maintenance, service and repair 5‑axis machines, and diagnose PLC/controls issues to keep equipment running at peak performance.

The ideal candidate is time‑served or has relevant engineering qualifications, with proven experience on Siemens 840D controls and strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Time-served engineer or relevant engineering qualifications.
• Proven experience troubleshooting 5-axis CNC milling machines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with Siemens 840D CNC control systems.

Responsibilities

• Delivering all planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Installing, servicing, and repairing 5-axis machine tools.
• Fault-finding and diagnosing issues on CNC milling machines, delivering effective corrective solutions.
• Working autonomously while communicating effectively with the wider team.

Skills

5-axis CNC milling

Troubleshooting

Siemens 840D

Time-served engineer

Education

Engineering qualifications

Tools

Siemens 840D

Job description

Maintenance Engineer – 5‑Axis CNC Specialist

Preston | Up to £55,000 + Exceptional Benefits

Join a growing industry, work with cutting‑edge machinery, and enjoy a role where your expertise truly makes an impact.

Why You’ll Love This Role

As part of a high‑performing engineering team, you’ll be hands‑on with advanced 5‑axis machine tools, tackling technical challenges that keep your skills sharp and your workday varied. Plus, you’ll benefit from a package that genuinely rewards your contribution:

• Matched contributory pension (up to 7%)
• Excellent overtime availability
• Company mobile phone + laptop
• Long‑term job security in a booming sector

The Role

We’re looking for a site‑based Maintenance Engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working with precision machinery. You’ll be responsible for keeping high‑value CNC equipment running at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering all planned preventative maintenance tasks.
• Installing, servicing, and repairing 5‑axis machine tools.
• Fault‑finding and diagnosing issues on CNC milling machines, delivering effective corrective solutions.
• Working autonomously while communicating effectively with the wider team.

About You

We’d love to speak with you if you are:

• A time‑served engineer or hold relevant engineering qualifications.
• Confident and experienced in troubleshooting 5‑axis CNC milling machines independently.
• Skilled in both verbal and written communication.
• Familiar with Siemens 840D CNC control systems.