Senior Engineer

Epson Telford Limited; Telford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Epson Telford Limited in Telford is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead and mentor an engineering team, drive continuous improvement, and oversee maintenance across production operations.

You will manage PPM schedules, lead root cause analysis, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve productivity, reliability, and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and the ability to work across teams.
• Proven leadership experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with automated equipment, PLCs, and process systems.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and CI methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and mentor apprentices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary engineering team including engineers, technicians, and apprentices.
• Manage planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance activities.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Support installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement of equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and operations to achieve objectives.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Monitor KPIs such as downtime, OEE, maintenance response, and asset performance.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget, coordinating contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

MS Office

Ownership

Time management

Adaptability

Education

HNC or NVQ4 in Engineering

IOSH/NEBOSH

Tools

PLC systems

Robotics

Conveyors

Job description

• Location: Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom

Reports to: Senior Specialist

About us:

Established in Telford for 30 years, Epson have been supporting young people through a wide variety of apprenticeship schemes for many years.

Here at Epson, not only will you gain first hand practical skills in a dynamic global business whilst studying for nationally recognised qualifications but will be welcomed into a caring and supportive work environment, making sure you get the most out of your apprenticeship.

Shift:

Days –

Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm

Duties:

• Ensure maximum equipment uptime and manufacturing efficiency across production operations
• Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and reactive maintenance activities
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime and recurring failures
• Support installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes
• Collaborate closely with production, quality, and operations teams to achieve business objectives
• Lead Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reliability, waste reduction, and cost efficiency
• Monitor engineering KPIs including downtime, OEE, maintenance response, and asset performance
• Implement best practices and standard operating procedures across engineering activities
• Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team including engineers, technicians, and apprentices
• Provide day-to-day supervision, coaching, performance management, and technical guidance
• Support succession planning and workforce development through structured training and mentoring
• Foster a positive, accountable, and safety-focused engineering culture
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
• Promote safe systems of work and conduct risk assessments where required
• Support audits, compliance inspections, and continuous improvement of safety standards
• Manage engineering projects from concept through implementation
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
• Control engineering budgets, capital expenditure, and resource planning
• Deliver projects on time and within budget

General responsibilities:

• To lead by example and always demonstrate a professional attitude
• Comply with IT security policy, undertake working duties with ISM requirements i.e., use of appropriate controls for confidential information
• To maintain 5S levels in line with showroom factory conditions
• Adhere to Epson’s Quality, Environmental and H&S policies and ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 management systems
• Ensure responsible waste management through waste segregation
• Stay informed about environmental impacts in your role, working to prevent, minimize and report potential pollution incidents, contributing to our commitment to sustainability

Skills required:

• Must have good communication skills both face to face and via various media
• Proficient in Microsoft office products
• Take ownership of tasks
• Self-time management
• Flexibility and adoptability to change

Qualifications required – essential:

• HNC or NVQ4 in Engineering function
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Experience required:

• Proven experience in a senior engineer’s role in manufacturing and/or production
• Strong leadership experience managing engineers, technicians, and apprentices
• Excellent fault-finding and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with automated manufacturing equipment, PLCs, conveyors, robotics, or process systems
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced operational environment