Maintenance Engineer

Renishaw plc; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the United Kingdom is seeking a proactive Maintenance Engineer to ensure the smooth operation of production facilities. The ideal candidate will manage preventative maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, and maintain high operational efficiency. This role offers flexible working hours, opportunities for career development, and a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and 28 days holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career development

On-site parking

28 days holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in food, automotive, or other high-paced environments.
• Competent in managing TPM systems and safety compliance.
• Experience in fabrication, welding, gearbox/motor repairs, plumbing, and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production machinery and equipment to reduce downtime.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and safely.
• Diagnose and repair faults in electrical and mechanical systems.

Skills

Multi-skilled engineering background (electrical & mechanical)

Fault-finding on PLCs and control circuits

Experience in high-paced environments

Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics

Education

Engineering qualification to HNC level or equivalent

IEE 17th/18th Edition qualification preferred

Job description

Role Overview

They are seeking a skilled and proactive Maintenance Engineer to join their packhouse team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in maintenance engineering and will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our production facilities.

This role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment to minimise downtime and maintain high operational efficiency.

As a hands‑on, fast‑paced engineer, you will keep production machinery, equipment, and site services fully operational.

You will respond to both planned and reactive maintenance needs, supporting a range of mechanical and electrical systems while ensuring compliance with health and safety, environmental standards, and TPM practices.

Benefits

Day shift and flexible working hours. Opportunities for career development and progression within a leading organisation.

Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme and healthcare, on‑site parking, 28 days holiday entitlement, and a supportive work environment focused on employee well‑being and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production machinery and equipment to reduce downtime.
• Respond to breakdowns quickly and safely, prioritising urgent issues.
• Implement and manage TPM and PPM schedules.
• Diagnose and repair faults in electrical and mechanical systems including PLCs, inverter drives, conveyors, weighers, wrappers, and more.
• Carry out inspections and maintenance of building services (e.g., fire alarms, HVAC, BMS).
• Keep detailed records of maintenance tasks and repairs.
• Support continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and company safety policies and regulations.

Qualifications

• Multi‑skilled engineering background (electrical & mechanical).
• Proven experience in food, automotive, or other high‑paced environments.
• Confident with fault‑finding on PLCs, HMI's, control circuits, and 3‑phase systems.
• Experience in fabrication, welding, gearbox/motor repairs, plumbing, and instrumentation.
• Competent in managing TPM systems and safety compliance.
• Familiar with electrical schematics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and control systems.
• IEE 17th/18th Edition qualified preferred.
• Engineering qualification to HNC level or equivalent.