Maintenance Engineer

Alloyed

Kidlington

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 46,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Job summary

Alloyed is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to support operations, reliability, and continuous improvement of manufacturing and laboratory equipment at our Yarnton facility. You will perform preventative maintenance, diagnose faults, and implement improvements in a fast-paced technical environment.

The role requires practical engineering experience across mechanical and electrical systems, working closely with engineers, technicians, and operational teams to reduce downtime and optimise

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Service Technician, or similar.
  • Experience in manufacturing/engineering environments with mechanical and electrical fault-finding.
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
  • Strong knowledge of health and safety in industrial settings.
  • Experience with preventative maintenance and reliability improvements.

Responsibilities

  • Repair faults and respond to equipment breakdowns as first line of support.
  • Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime.
  • Monitor machine performance and identify reliability improvements.
  • Support installation, commissioning, modification and relocation of equipment.
  • Follow electrical schematics and technical docs for fault finding.

Skills

Maintenance engineering
Electrical fault-finding
Mechanical fault-finding
Reading electrical schematics
Preventative maintenance
Health and safety
Independent workload management
Troubleshooting PLC/automation sensors
Root cause analysis
Communication skills

Education

Engineering apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent
Electrical qualification such as 18th Edition or equivalent

Tools

CMMS maintenance software

Job description

Company Overview

Alloyed is a young venture-funded company built with world-class metallurgists, mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers. Operating across the UK and globally, our facilities in Oxfordshire are dedicated to building the future of advanced metal components. Our innovative approach integrates proprietary software that combines advanced machine learning and physical modelling with extensive experimental facilities, enabling us to 3D print metal components more efficiently and effectively than anyone else.

Alloyed is a young venture-funded company built with world-class metallurgists, mechanical engineers, technicians, and software developers. Operating across the UK and globally, our facilities in Oxfordshire are dedicated to building the future of advanced metal components. Our innovative approach integrates proprietary software that combines advanced machine learning and physical modelling with extensive experimental facilities, enabling us to 3D print metal components more efficiently and effectively than anyone else.

Our facilities in Yarnton and Abingdon, near Oxford, are dedicated to establishing the world's fastest, smartest, and best-equipped environment for the rapid development of additively manufactured parts and the creation of novel metal alloys for enhanced performance.

We serve a variety of sectors including electronics, aerospace, and industrial by leveraging our cutting-edge technology to build businesses across diverse markets, each with unique requirements, timelines, customers, and cultures.

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Engineer to support the operation, reliability, and continual improvement of manufacturing and laboratory equipment within our Yarnton facility.

Working closely with other engineers, technicians, and operational teams, you will be responsible for maintaining equipment performance through a combination of planned preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.

This role requires a practical engineer with experience across both mechanical and electrical systems who enjoys solving problems and working in a fast-paced technical environment.

Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
  • Repair faults and respond as the first point of contact for equipment breakdowns.
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults to minimise downtime.
  • Monitor machine performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability and efficiency.
  • Support the installation, commissioning, modification, and relocation of equipment.
  • Work from electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical documentation to support fault finding and repairs.
Planned Preventative Maintenance
  • Plan and execute preventative maintenance programmes to maximise equipment availability.
  • Carry out routine inspections, servicing, and replacement of worn components.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records, service reports, and equipment histories.
  • Support the development and continual improvement of maintenance schedules and procedures.
Technical Support & Continuous Improvement
  • Provide technical support to engineers, technicians, and operational teams.
  • Advise on equipment-related issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
  • Support continuous improvement activities aimed at improving equipment reliability, safety, and performance.
  • Assist with root cause investigations following equipment failures.
Automation & Control Systems
  • Support fault finding activities on PLC-controlled equipment and automated manufacturing systems.
  • Assist with troubleshooting sensors, control devices, safety systems, and associated automation equipment.
  • Work alongside specialist engineers and suppliers to support maintenance and upgrades of automated equipment.
Health, Safety & Compliance
  • Follow safe systems of work and support a strong health and safety culture.
  • Ensure maintenance activities comply with site procedures and relevant legislation.
  • Participate in risk assessments and safe working practices relating to electrical, compressed air, gas, vacuum, and pressurised systems.
  • Maintain a safe, organised, and efficient working environment.
Essential Skills
  • Previous experience in a Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Service Technician, or similar role.
  • Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, or technical environment.
  • Strong fault-finding skills across both mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Experience carrying out planned preventative maintenance activities.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
  • Good understanding of health and safety requirements within an industrial environment.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
Desired Skills
  • Engineering apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, or equivalent engineering qualification.
  • Electrical qualification such as 18th Edition or equivalent.
  • Experience supporting PLC-controlled, automated, or semi-automated equipment.
  • Experience with pneumatics, compressed air systems, vacuum systems, cooling systems, or gas distribution systems.
  • Experience supporting laboratory, advanced manufacturing, or additive manufacturing equipment.
  • Familiarity with CMMS or maintenance management software.
  • Full UK driving licence.
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