Maintenance Engineer

Permanent Futures Limited; Chilton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the Sudbury area is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrically Biased) to join their team. This role involves ensuring the reliability and performance of production machinery. Ideal candidates will have strong electrical fault finding skills and a proactive approach to maintenance. Offering competitive salary and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those looking to contribute to a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Electrically biased engineer with strong technical knowledge.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is beneficial.
• Confident in electrical fault finding, diagnostics, and general maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair on production equipment.
• Support in planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Work closely with other engineers to minimise downtime and improve equipment performance.
• Assist with ongoing engineering projects and process improvements.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Technical knowledge

Team collaboration

Proactive mindset

Job description

Maintenance Engineer – Electrically Biased

Location: Sudbury

Salary: £47,500

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm

I’m currently partnering with a leading manufacturing company based in the Sudbury area, who are entering an exciting phase of development with several new projects underway. As a result of this continued investment and growth, they are looking to appoint a Maintenance Engineer (Electrically Biased) to join their established engineering team.

As an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of the site’s production machinery. This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive business that values continuous improvement, innovation, and employee development.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, fault finding, and repair on a wide range of production equipment
• Support in planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance tasks
• Work closely with other engineers to minimise downtime and improve equipment performance
• Assist with ongoing engineering projects, upgrades, and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with site health & safety and engineering standards

Requirements

• Electrically biased engineer with strong technical knowledge
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment is beneficial
• Confident in electrical fault finding, diagnostics, and general maintenance
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

If you’re an experienced electrically biased Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity with a company investing in its people, processes, and technology, this role could be a great fit.

Apply now or get in touch for more information