Lead Maintenance Engineer – PLC/Robotics, Multiskilled

Wills Consultants; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wills Consultants is seeking a skilled Engineer to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability on site in Ireland. You will support the Shift Manager, lead site stoppages and attend customer meetings.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled issues, conduct technical audits, and mentor technicians to promote a strong safety culture on diverse industrial sites.

Qualifications

• ONC/HNC or Full B-Tech in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with conveyors, sorters, cranes, robotics, and PLC/control systems.
• Leadership skills with the ability to coach and motivate a team.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a customer-focused mindset.
• Knowledge of CMMS/PPM processes and health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Shift Manager and step in when required.
• Lead high-impact site stoppages and attend customer meetings.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to the highest standards.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled issues.
• Conduct technical audits and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor technicians and promote a strong safety culture.
• Maintain effective professional relationships with customers and colleagues.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Customer-focused

Mentoring

Education

ONC/HNC or Full B-Tech in Electrical/Electronic or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

PLC/control systems

Job description

Wills Consultants is seeking a skilled Engineer to ensure optimal equipment performance and reliability on site in Ireland. You will support the Shift Manager, lead site stoppages and attend customer meetings.

You will perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, or multi-skilled issues, conduct technical audits, and mentor technicians to promote a strong safety culture on diverse industrial sites.