Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) - DAY SHIFT

Escape; Dumbarton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run Scottish business is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer for a day shift position. The role offers stability, career development, and the opportunity to work with a close-knit team. Responsibilities include maintaining heavy industrial machinery and supporting production teams. Ideal candidates possess an apprenticeship in electrical engineering and the ability to interpret electrical drawings. Competitive salary up to £45,000 per annum, along with additional perks.

Benefits

Christmas shutdown

Pension scheme

Production-based bonus

Overtime available at enhanced rates

Qualifications

• Time-served or modern apprenticeship in an electrical engineering discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of PLCs, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical drive systems.
• Physically fit for the demands of the role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoot engineering issues, including PLC control systems.
• Support production teams to minimize downtime.
• Work across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Reading and interpreting electrical drawings

Knowledge of PLCs

Knowledge of hydraulic systems

Knowledge of pneumatic systems

Flexible and multiskilled

Education

Time-served / modern apprenticeship in electrical engineering

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Day Shift (Mon-Fri)

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum DOE

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our clients established engineering team within a long-standing, family-run Scottish business. This is a varied and hands‑on role, offering stability, career development, and the opportunity to work with a close-knit team.

Key Details

• Working hours: Monday to Friday, 07:20 - 15:50
• Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum DOE (includes flexibility allowance)
• Christmas shutdown every year
• Pension scheme and production‑based bonus
• Overtime available at enhanced rates

Your Responsibilities

• Carry out both proactive and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues, including PLC control systems.
• Support production teams to minimise downtime and ensure timely repairs.
• Work across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Uphold good housekeeping practices and contribute to continuous improvement.

About You

• Time-served / modern apprenticeship in an electrical engineering discipline (or equivalent).
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of PLCs, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, and mechanical drive systems.
• Flexible and multiskilled, with a willingness to undertake mechanical work.
• Physically fit, due to the nature of the role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a secure and successful business where many employees have built long careers. If you are a skilled Maintenance Engineer looking for a day‑shift position with a great work‑life balance and competitive salary, we’d love to hear from you.