Maintenance Engineer (Electrical)

Pioneer Selection Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Milton Keynes seeks a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to perform maintenance in a highly automated facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong electrical background and a passion for maintaining high-speed equipment. This role offers a competitive salary of £57,307.50 including shift allowances, alongside various benefits including a pension plan and extensive holiday.

Benefits

Pension & Life Assurance

Up to 34 days holiday

Healthcare Cash Plan

Flexible benefits including gym memberships

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in fast-paced automated manufacturing or process environments.
• Proactive and motivated with a desire for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns efficiently.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability projects.
• Conduct root cause analysis for engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize performance.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanics

SCADA

CMMS

PLC fault-finding

Continuous improvement

Problem-solving

Education

Apprentice-trained or Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £57,307.50 (inclusive of 35% shift allowance)
Shift Pattern: 3 on / 3 off (Days & Nights rotation)
Hours: 40.25 hours per week

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a forward-thinking, highly automated manufacturing facility. You'll be part of a skilled and motivated engineering team, working in a fast-paced production environment on a variety of automated lines and machinery.

This role offers excellent prospects for development — the business has strong growth plans over the next few years, creating opportunities for progression in both technical and leadership routes.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance to ensure minimal downtime.
• Diagnose and repair breakdowns efficiently across a range of automated production lines.
• Support continuous improvement and reliability projects to enhance performance and reduce waste.
• Conduct root cause analysis and contribute to long-term engineering solutions.
• Work collaboratively with production teams to optimise line performance and achieve KPIs.
• Participate in operator training and shift handovers, ensuring effective communication across teams.
• Accurately complete maintenance documentation and support site safety and hygiene standards.

Key Requirements

• Apprentice-trained or Level 3 equivalent in Electrical Engineering (City & Guilds or similar).
• Strong electrical bias (approx. 70/30) with mechanical competency.
• Background in fast-paced, automated manufacturing or process environments.
• Experience with SCADA, CMMS, and PLC fault-finding (Allen Bradley / Siemens S7).
• Knowledge of SMED, continuous improvement, or reliability engineering principles.
• Proactive, motivated, and eager to develop technically and professionally.

What’s on Offer

Salary: £57,307.50 (inclusive of 35% shift allowance)

Bonus: 3% - 15% (average 7%) based on performance

Benefits

• Pension & Life Assurance (x5)
• Up to 34 days holiday (depending on shift)
• Flexible holiday trading (buy/sell up to 5 days)
• £500 annual benefits package
• Healthcare Cash Plan & Peppy Health access
• Flexible benefits including discounts, gym memberships & tech purchases
• Staff sales discounts & free products
• Ongoing professional development and clear progression pathways

Ideal Candidate

You’ll be a Apprentice Trainedhands-on engineer with strong problem-solving ability, a continuous improvement mindset, and a passion for maintaining and optimising high-speed automated equipment. You’ll take pride in your work, thrive in a team environment, and demonstrate a proactive approach to personal and professional growth