Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Wabtec Corporation; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer in Northampton is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to optimize and maintain machinery used in production processes. Responsibilities include ensuring optimal functioning of equipment and troubleshooting any issues. Required qualifications include mechanical expertise at City and Guilds level and flexibility in work hours. Benefits include a retention bonus and pension holidays.

Benefits

Retention bonus (up to £650)

4 x life assurance

Sick Pay scheme

Pension Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays

Free hot drinks

Access to retail discounts

Qualifications

• Willingness to work flexibly.
• Practical, hands-on person.
• Time served indentured apprenticeship preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve all machinery used in the production process.
• Periodically inspect systems to ensure optimal functioning.
• Troubleshooting problems in machinery.

Skills

Ability to read engineering diagrams/drawings/schematics

Recent experience with punch presses and ovens

Experience with conveyors and automated production lines

Experience in gearboxes, pumps, pneumatics and hydraulics

Basic understanding of automation and electrics

Ability to prioritise and plan effectively

Good communication skills

Manufacturing background

Education

Mechanically qualified (City and Guilds technician level)

Job description

It's not just about your career or job title... It's about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it's for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you're in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Who will you be working with?

As part of the Plant Engineering/Maintenance team in Northampton, working on a weekly rotating shift pattern 0600-1400 / 1400-2200, you will have the opportunity to engineer solutions and maintain systems for our radiators production for the power generation industry.

How will you make a difference?

As a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer, reporting to the Manager, Plant Engineering/Maintenance, you will be responsible to maintain and improve all machinery used in the manufacturing process, periodically inspect systems to ensure optimal functioning and troubleshooting problems.

• Ability to read engineering diagrams/drawings/schematics
• Recent experience of working with punch presses, ovens and ancillary machinery
• Recent experience of working with conveyors and automated production lines
• Recent experience in gearboxes, pumps, pneumatics and hydraulics
• Basic understanding of automation and electrics
• Understand and be able to work with switchgears, controllers, PLCs and CNC controlled circuits
• Ability to prioritise and plan effectively, while working under pressure and to tight deadlines
• An organised and self-motivated team player with a positive can-do attitude
• Ability to follow processes, especially health and safety/manual handling
• Willingness to work flexibly
• Good communication skills
• Practical, hands on person
• Manufacturing background desirable but not essential
• Mechanically qualified (a minimum of City and Guilds technician level), time served indentured apprenticeship would be preferred - must be able to evidence these at interview

What about the physical demands of the job?

A manual environment, lifting heavy equipment with magnetic hoists and chain/strap hoists.

About Wabtec Corporation

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers' potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world.

Visit our website to learn more: http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated. To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world's brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles... People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Benefits

• Retention bonus (up to £650)
• 4 x life assurance
• Sick Pay scheme
• Pension Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Access to retail discounts