Maintenance Engineer

Morgan Ryder Associates; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Engineer in Blackburn. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £48,000 with responsibilities including diagnosing faults, ensuring machinery operates efficiently, and collaborating with teams. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience. The shift pattern is 4 on 4 off, providing a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in reading electrical diagrams.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• First responder to equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose faults and record details in CMMS.
• Ensure smooth handover across shifts.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Fault diagnosis

Motor control systems

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostic instruments

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer – Blackburn

Shifts: 4 on 4 off, 19:00-07:00. Up to £48 000 plus excellent development support!

Responsibilities

• First responder to equipment breakdowns
• Diagnose faults and record details in CMMS
• Collaborate with shift crews and day teams to resolve issues
• Ensure smooth handover of unresolved breakdowns across shifts
• Execute assigned routines (e.g. motor checks, HMI programming, panel cooling units)
• Respond to electrical/control system faults and carry out effective repairs
• Log all activities and labour time in EAM
• Set up machines to maximise output and maintain safety systems
• Prepare detailed shift reports with technical recommendations
• Attend shift handovers and highlight training needs
• Promote operator engagement with EAM work requests

What We\'re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
• 2-3 years\' engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficient in reading electrical diagrams and using diagnostic instruments
• Skilled in motor control systems, drives, sensors, and PLC I/O checks
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision

About you

• Strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement
• Self-motivated, flexible, and team-oriented
• Willingness to undertake training and support others development
• Ability to identify and act on personal development opportunities

Shift pattern

4 on 4 off, 19:00-07:00

How to Apply

If you\'re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a forward-thinking manufacturing environment, we\'d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team that values innovation, reliability, and excellence.

At Morgan Ryder we can provide you with a full range of employment opportunities from short term and fixed term temporary vacancies to permanent positions.

We recruit for companies that operate in the following industries: Defence Equipment, Food and Drink Manufacturers, FMCG, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petro Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Power & Renewable Energy.

Our commitment

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as a DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes