Shift Engineer

KNAPP; Donington CP; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

KNAPP is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Engineer to perform mechanical strip-downs, equipment maintenance, and repair tasks in a warehouse environment. You will interpret electrical diagrams and work up to 415V while maintaining a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on ownership, timely CMMS-driven work ordering, and effective communication with on-site management to ensure high uptime and quality repairs.

Qualifications

• NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in an Electro-Mechanical Engineering discipline.
• Understanding of PLC’s and their function.
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic knowledge beneficial.
• Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office skills.
• Use of CMMS system and engineering stores.
• HNC/HND/NVQ level 5 equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration and system testing.
• Day to day maintenance of site MHE to a high standard.
• Accountable for managing time via CMMS to achieve over 90% utilisation.
• Look to continuously improve all aspects of new and old equipment, be health and safety conscience.
• Work against timeframes to complete reactive repairs.
• Interact with on-site management keeping them informed of repair and maintenance progression and address their concerns in a professional manner.
• Service and repair current installed products and demonstrate hands on ownership of issues to achieve a fast resolution.
• Interpret electrical circuit diagrams and work with upto 415V circuits.
• Appreciate Health & Safety considerations and be able to carry out risk assessments.
• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance to current H&S standards.
• Mechanical aptitude including reading assembly drawings.
• Operate hand tools and assemble parts onto equipment.
• Follow set up instructions, assembly drawings and check lists.
• Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills.
• Be willing to learn and adapt to changing role requirements.
• Appreciation of Cultural Diversity.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders both internally and within the customer organisation.
• Bus systems
• Diagnostics

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading electrical schematics

CMMS usage

Safety awareness

Stakeholder communication

Reading assembly drawings

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 Electro-Mechanical engineering

HNC/HND/NVQ Level 5 equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

It is expected that our Engineers will possess proven experience of dealing with electro-mechanical faults and preventative maintenance operations within a warehouse environment. Reporting to the Site Leadership structure, the Engineer will be eager though safety conscious, with a track record of owning problems and taking them through to successful completion.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Mechanical strip-down/re-assembly, basic field wiring, machine calibration and system testing
• Day to day maintenance of site MHE to a high standard
• Accountable for managing time via CMMS to achieve over 90% utilisation
• Look to continuously improve all aspects of new and old equipment, be health and safety conscience
• Work against timeframes to complete reactive repairs
• Interact with on-site management keeping them informed of repair and maintenance progression and address their concerns in a professional manner
• Service and repair current installed products and demonstrate hands on ownership of issues to achieve a fast resolution
• Able to interpret electrical circuit diagrams and work with upto 415V circuits
• Appreciate Health & Safety considerations and be able to carry out risk assessments
• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance to current H&S standards
• Mechanical aptitude including the ability to read assembly drawings
• Operate hand tools and be able to assemble parts onto equipment
• Able to follow set up instructions, assembly drawings and check lists
• Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills
• Be willing to learn and adapt to changing role requirements
• Appreciation of Cultural Diversity
• Able to communicate effectively with stakeholders both internally and within the customer organisation
• Bus systems
• Diagnostics

Skills, qualifications and experience

• NVQ/BTEC/C&G Level 3 in an Electro-Mechanical Engineering discipline
• Understanding of PLC’s and their function
• Pneumatic and Hydraulic knowledge beneficial
• Computer literate with basic Microsoft Office skills
• Use of CMMS system and engineering stores
• HNC/HND/NVQ level 5 equivalent is desirable

Important behaviours to have in line with our company values

• Appreciation – Recognises the achievement of others
• Creativity – Is resourceful and innovative
• Courage – Willing to learn and try new things
• Openness – Always approachable and helpful
• Reliability – Consistently gives their best

Local benefits

Some locations have local benefits; please speak to a member of the management team.