Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

Orion Electrotech; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading R&D firm is seeking a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to maintain and optimize production equipment. You will perform electrical and mechanical maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime in a fast-paced environment. A salary of £47,000 per annum is offered along with career progression opportunities and benefits including a pension scheme and performance bonus.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Performance bonus

Healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or R&D setting.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of pumps and industrial machinery.
• Skilled in electrical fault diagnosis and wiring.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on high-tech machinery.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Collaborate with R&D and production teams to optimise equipment performance.

Skills

Electrical fault diagnosis

Mechanical systems understanding

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Engineering qualification in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics

Tools

Pumps

PLC systems

Job description

Job Summary

Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer — Location: Abingdon; Salary: £47,000 per annum; Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Job Type: Full-Time.

About the Company

Join a cutting-edge R&D and manufacturing powerhouse that’s redefining innovation. Our client is at the forefront of advanced engineering, and they’re on the hunt for a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer to become a key player in their high-performing team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment and love working with complex machinery and pumps, this is your next big move.

The Role

As a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert for keeping production equipment running smoothly. You’ll tackle both electrical and mechanical challenges, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency. From fault-finding to installations, your skills will be crucial in maintaining the heartbeat of this innovative operation.

Key Responsibilities of the Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on high-tech machinery including pumps, and support systems.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults with precision and speed.
• Conduct basic PLC fault-finding and make necessary adjustments.
• Install and wire electrical systems to spec.
• Collaborate with R&D and production teams to optimise equipment performance.
• Maintain safety and compliance across all maintenance activities.
• Keep detailed records of maintenance work and resolutions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to boost reliability and performance.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience as a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer in a manufacturing or R&D setting.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of pumps and industrial machinery.
• Skilled in electrical fault diagnosis, wiring, and basic PLC troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of mechanical systems including hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Calm, analytical problem-solver with great communication skills.
• Engineering qualification in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics (desirable).

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary of £47,000 per annum.
• Stable Monday to Friday schedule (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
• Work with cutting-edge tech in a leading R&D environment.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Pension scheme, performance bonus, and healthcare benefits.
• A forward-thinking, collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.

Ready to take your career to the next level as a Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer? Apply now and become part of a team that’s shaping the future of engineering.