Maintenance Engineer

Morgan Ryder; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering firm in Blackburn is seeking a proactive Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias to maintain and optimize production machinery. You will be responsible for first response to equipment breakdowns, diagnosing faults, and ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate has NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering and 2-3 years of experience in a similar role. Competitive salary of up to £48,000 plus excellent development support.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Skilled in motor control systems, drives, sensors.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• First responder to equipment breakdowns.
• Diagnose faults and record details in CMMS.
• Collaborate with shift crews to resolve issues.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Reading electrical diagrams

Using diagnostic instruments

Motor control systems

PLC I/O checks

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Maintenance Engineer

Blackburn
Shifts
Up to £48 000 plus excellent development support!

About the Role

We're seeking a proactive and skilled Maintenance Engioneer with an electrical bias to join our dynamic engineering team at our Blackburn site. You'll play a critical role in maintaining and optimising production machinery within a successful manufacturing environment, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous operations.

This is a hands‑on role for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting and is passionate about problem‑solving, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Key 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.

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.