Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) - DAY SHIFT in Dumbarton

Energy Jobline ZR; 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 role. The successful candidate will perform proactive and reactive maintenance on industrial machinery, working with electrical and mechanical systems. A competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum is offered, along with a pension scheme and potential bonuses. This is a great opportunity for individuals who value work-life balance and career development.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Production-based bonus

Overtime available at enhanced rates

Christmas shutdown every year

Qualifications

• Time-served or modern apprenticeship in electrical engineering discipline.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of PLCs, drives, hydraulics, pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out proactive and reactive maintenance on heavy industrial machinery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve engineering issues.
• Work across electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Skills

PLC knowledge

Electrical drawing interpretation

Multiskilled flexibility

Education

Modern apprenticeship in electrical engineering

Job description

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.

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