Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Heatrod Elements Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Assurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Stockport is seeking a Maintenance Engineer with an electrical bias. The role includes carrying out planned and reactive maintenance across multiple sites, diagnosing and repairing faults, and supporting projects. Candidates should have an HNC in Electrical Engineering and experience in a manufacturing environment. The position is full-time with a salary range of £40,000 to £45,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and various opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification in HNC Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Ability to read electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance across multiple manufacturing sites.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on machinery.
• Work autonomously on equipment upgrades.

Skills

Knowledge of PLCs

Electrical fault finding

Strong communication skills

Team player

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias)

Location: Helsby (Primary Site) - Covering Stockport Sites

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum DOE (possible shift allowance)

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week: Monday to Thursday 07:30 – 16:00hrs, Friday 07:30 – 12:50hrs

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across multiple manufacturing sites
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on manufacturing machinery and equipment
• Give technical support on installation, commissioning, and projects across various departments
• Work autonomously with the projects team on equipment upgrades and site improvements
• Ensure minimal downtime and maintain production efficiency
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
• Work collaboratively with the engineering and production teams
• Follow health & safety procedures and engineering best practices

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Knowledge of PLCs, inverters, motors, pumps, and encoders
• Ability to read electrical drawings and carry out electrical/circuit modifications
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong team player with good communication skills

Desirable Experience

• Siemens PLCs and electrical fault finding
• Extrusion knowledge
• Temperature controlled systems knowledge
• Adaptable to new systems, processes, and company growth

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing company investing in its people, equipment, and processes
• Involvement in new projects, equipment installations, and site improvements
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Group Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increase with service)