Maintenance Engineer

Streamline Search; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer for a manufacturing company in Leeds. The role involves maintenance, repair, and improvement of electrical systems and machinery. Candidates should possess a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent and have proven experience in an industrial environment. Knowledge in mechanical systems is advantageous. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including pension and holiday.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential.
• Some mechanical experience is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems and control panels.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose and repair machinery faults.
• Support installation and commissioning of machinery.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Engineer Required! Our client is a well-established manufacturing business operating within a technically demanding industrial environment. On behalf of our client, we are looking to recruit an experienced Maintenance Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the maintenance and repair of electrical systems and machinery.

Package

• Day shifts: 8am-5pm Monday to Thursday & 8am-2:30pm Fridays
• Company pension scheme
• 23 days holiday + bank
• Salary £40,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

Maintenance Engineer - Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and carry out planned and reactive maintenance of electrical and mechanical systems.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair machinery faults to ensure trouble-free production.
• Maintain, test, calibrate, and modify electrical control systems, PLCs, VFDs, and schematics.
• Support installation, commissioning, decommissioning, and relocation of machinery.
• Organise the repair, routine maintenance, and mechanical modifications (pneumatics/hydraulics) of production equipment.
• Select, order, and manage spares and project-related procurement.
• Work closely with production teams to improve machine reliability, efficiency, and productivity.
• Contribute to preventive maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work complies with electrical safety standards, regulations, and company policies.

Maintenance Engineer - Requirements

• Degree, HND, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Some mechanical experience is also advantageous
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, control panels, and power distribution
• Ability to interpret and produce electrical schematics
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of electrical safety standards and compliance

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