Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical)

Budweiser Brewing Group (AB InBev); Blackburn; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the brewing industry is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical) to join their team. This role involves supporting various departments through effective maintenance and ensuring equipment reliability. The ideal candidate will be a qualified engineer with experience in high-speed manufacturing, capable of troubleshooting and performing maintenance on complex systems. The company offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

25 holidays per year + bank holidays

Pension (up to 8% employer contribution)

Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits

26 weeks paid parental leave

Beer allowance

2 volunteer days a year

Employee networks for diversity and inclusion

Life assurance & charitable giving

Qualifications

• Experience in high-speed manufacturing/processing.
• Proven track record in process improvements.
• Knowledge of brewing and packaging systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and emergency repairs on brewery equipment.
• Utilize CMMS for task tracking and spare parts management.
• Collaborate with teams for process and safety improvements.

Skills

Fault-finding

Mechanical fitting

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Control theory

Education

Qualified Mechanical or Electrical Engineer

Tools

PLC (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

SCADA

Inverter drives

3-phase motor control

TIG welding

Job description

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Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical)

Apply locations United Kingdom Preston posted on Posted 12 Days Ago job requisition id 30081818 Seniority Level: Associate

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Purpose

Brewing the world’s most loved beers and building brands consumers love, AB InBev is where ownership, ambition, and action thrive. We empower you to dream big, lead change, and create a long-lasting legacy. We value relentless problem-solvers who take accountability, embrace challenges, and turn bold goals into results through resilience and hard work.

That’s Who We Are: Come and OWN IT.

What’s in it for you:

• 25 holidays per year + bank holidays & holiday trading options

• Pension (up to 8% employer contribution) & income protection

• Comprehensive health & wellbeing benefits (fully funded private medical insurance, dental insurance, gym discounts, Employee Assistance Programme)

• 26 weeks paid parental leave for eligible primary caregivers

• A beer allowance to enjoy our brands

• 2 volunteer days a year to support your local community

• 4 employee networks to support diversity and inclusion

• Life assurance & charitable giving

The role:

The Multi-Skilled Engineer (Mechanical and/or Electrical) is a shift-based role reporting to the First Line Manager (“FLM”). You will be part of a multi-skilled team responsible for supporting Packaging, Brewing, and Utilities departments through effective maintenance to maximize equipment availability and uptime. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, fault diagnosis/rectification on automated & PLC-controlled equipment, automated packing machinery, and site services (compressors, fridge, boiler plant) across all brewery areas.

Starting salary: £52,201.30 per annum

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work flexible shifts (including some weekends) with advance notice; supply basic tools (specialist tools provided).

• Ensure compliance with safety policies, lock-out/tag-out procedures, and regulations.

• Perform maintenance, emergency repairs, and root cause analysis to maximize equipment reliability.

• Utilize CMMS for task tracking, job feedback, and spare parts management.

• Recommend preventive maintenance and equipment improvements to meet KPI targets.

• Maintain 5S standards for safety, cleanliness, and equipment organization.

• Collaborate with teams, support contractors, and contribute to process and safety improvements.

• Engage in training, mentoring, and continuous skill development.

• Operate cost-effectively while maintaining equipment performance.

• Monitor trends, address underperformance, and drive team innovation.

Who we’re looking for:

• Qualified Mechanical or Electrical Engineer with a desire to learn across disciplines; multi-skilled candidates preferred.

• Experience working safely in high-speed manufacturing/processing within maintenance or technical services.

• Proven track record in process improvements within a world-class environment.

• Knowledge of high-speed packaging, brewing, refrigeration, steam, and compressed air systems is a plus.

• Strong fault-finding skills and ability to prioritize maintenance in a fast-paced setting.

• Proficiency in mechanical fitting, pneumatics, hydraulics, drive systems, control valves, pumps, and machine tools; TIG welding is a bonus.

• Electrical expertise in PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens), SCADA, inverter drives, 3-phase motor control, servo systems, and instrumentation.

• Skilled in electrical troubleshooting, installation, and control theory; knowledge of HV systems, inkjet coding, and 17th Edition qualification is advantageous.

• Safety-conscious, tech-savvy, and able to work independently while managing workloads effectively.

• Strong team player with systematic fault diagnosis, eagerness to learn, and alignment with business KPIs and company values.

Why build your career with us

We recruit for mindset, ambition, cultural fit, and growth opportunities.

UNIQUE CULTURE

We are proud to be part of something bigger than ourselves and are passionate about building upon our company’s long legacy. We believe in collaboration and candor, which results in a dynamic culture with open communication.

BRANDS EVERYONE LOVES

We are part of the collective, global history of beer. We are the proud makers of more than 500 iconic brands, from beloved international classics to local favorites.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Our people grow at the pace of their talent. We empower our people to learn, expand their perspectives, and unlock career growth. In an environment where commitment to excellence pays off, our people are able to deepen their impact and create a long-lasting legacy.

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About Us

Culture is at the center of everything we do. We recruit for mindset, ambition, and cultural fit. We are Budweiser Brewing Group, the UK and Ireland business of AB InBev, the world’s leading brewer. We brew our favorite beers including Bud, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Corona, and Camden Hells. As part of AB InBev, we are proud to have a team of 155,000 colleagues representing 135 nationalities and to operate 28 breweries across Europe.