Manufacturing Electrical Engineer (PLC)

Anglian Home Improvements; Catton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days holiday

Birthday leave

Pension with life assurance

Electric vehicle scheme

Cycle to work

Wellbeing support

Exclusive employee discounts

Job summary

Anglian Home Improvements is seeking an Electrical Engineer to maintain and develop our automated manufacturing systems. You will work across maintenance, automation and CI teams to improve reliability, reduce downtime and boost productivity on a UK site.

This hands-on role requires PLC fault-finding, reading electrical schematics, and delivering safe, compliant upgrades. We value problem-solving, a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to lead automation projects.

Qualifications

• Time-served Electrical Engineer or equivalent NVQ Level 3, HNC or HND qualification.
• Experience within a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.
• Strong PLC fault-finding and programme modification experience.
• Knowledge of industrial automation, drives, sensors and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical faults across production equipment and manufacturing systems.
• Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support.
• Maintain motors, drives, sensors, control panels and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Support the installation, commissioning and upgrade of manufacturing equipment.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with BS7671 and site standards.
• Update and maintain electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
• Fault-find, modify and optimise PLC-controlled machinery.
• Support and improve control systems, HMI interfaces and automated production equipment.
• Identify recurring automation issues and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Improve machine performance, reliability and production throughput through control system enhancements.
• Support automation projects, new equipment installations and production line upgrades.

Skills

PLC fault-finding

Electrical schematics

Continuous improvement

Problem solving

Electrical safety

Education

NVQ Level 3 / HNC or HND

Time-served Electrical Engineer

Tools

Siemens PLCs

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Mitsubishi PLCs

SCADA/HMI

Job description

Job Description

Are you a talented Electrical Engineer who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and driving continuous improvement? At Anglian Home Improvements , we’re investing in our manufacturing operations and are looking for an experienced engineer to play a key role in maintaining, improving and developing our automated production systems. This is an opportunity to work on a diverse range of equipment, influence engineering projects, and make a real impact on factory performance, reliability and efficiency. If you’re passionate about automation, PLCs, electrical systems and engineering excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

The Role

As an Electrical Engineer, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and enhancing our electrical and automated manufacturing systems, ensuring maximum equipment reliability and minimum downtime. You’ll work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering and Continuous Improvement teams to identify opportunities, solve technical challenges and deliver improvements that increase productivity, quality and operational performance. This is a hands-on role where you’ll have the opportunity to influence projects, improve machinery performance and support the future development of our manufacturing site.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Electrical Engineering
  
  
  
  • Diagnose and repair electrical faults across production equipment and manufacturing systems.
  
  
  • Carry out planned preventative maintenance and reactive breakdown support.
  
  
  • Maintain motors, drives, sensors, control panels and associated electrical infrastructure.
  
  
  • Support the installation, commissioning and upgrade of manufacturing equipment.
  
  
  • Ensure all work is completed safely and in compliance with BS7671 and site standards.
  
  
  • Update and maintain electrical drawings, schematics and technical documentation.
  
  
  
  


• Automation & PLC Systems
  
  
  
  • Fault-find, modify and optimise PLC-controlled machinery.
  
  
  • Support and improve control systems, HMI interfaces and automated production equipment.
  
  
  • Identify recurring automation issues and implement permanent corrective actions.
  
  
  • Improve machine performance, reliability and production throughput through control system enhancements.
  
  
  • Support automation projects, new equipment installations and production line upgrades.
  
  
  • Work with cross-functional teams to develop innovative engineering solutions.
  
  
  
  


• Continuous Improvement
  
  
  
  • Lead and support projects focused on reducing downtime and increasing equipment effectiveness.
  
  
  • Conduct root cause analysis on significant breakdowns and recurring issues.
  
  
  • Drive improvements in machine reliability, energy efficiency and manufacturing performance.
  
  
  • Support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across the site.
  
  
  • Share technical knowledge and best practice with engineering colleagues.
  
  
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Time-served Electrical Engineer or equivalent NVQ Level 3, HNC or HND qualification.


• Experience within a manufacturing, production or industrial environment.


• Strong PLC fault-finding and programme modification experience.


• Knowledge of industrial automation, drives, sensors and control systems.


• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset.

Desirable

• Experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi or similar PLC platforms.


• SCADA and HMI configuration experience.


• Industrial networking knowledge.


• Experience of servo systems, robotics or automated machinery.


• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.


• Experience within FMCG, manufacturing, automotive or process industries.

What’s in it for You?

• Competitive salary


• 31 days holiday, increasing with service


• Additional paid birthday leave


• Buy additional annual leave through salary sacrifice


• Pension with life assurance and income protection benefits


• Electric vehicle scheme


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support


• Discounted gym memberships


• Exclusive employee discounts on Anglian products


• Ongoing investment in training development and career progression


• Opportunity to lead automation and continuous improvement projects

Why Join Anglian?

At Anglian, our manufacturing operation is at the heart of delivering quality products to customers across the UK. We continue to invest in our people, technology and facilities, creating an environment where talented engineers can make a genuine impact. You’ll join a supportive team, work on challenging projects and have the opportunity to develop your skills while helping shape the future of one of the UK's leading home improvement manufacturers.

Our Company is committed to monitoring & aligning its Policies with up-to-date Government guidance on reducing the spread of respiratory infections in the workplace. Through the Company's value of "Succeed Together" we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit the 'best person for the job'.