Maintenance Engineer

Job Title: Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical)
Location: Telford, West Midlands
Salary: Up to £50,000 dependant on experience & shift
Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Shifts: Weekly Rotating Shifts (double days or days/nights available)

Overview:

We are currently recruiting Maintenance Engineers to join a leading Tier 1 automotive manufacturer based in Telford . This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced and highly automated production environment. We are seeking both mechanically and electrically biased engineers, with positions available for candidates at all levels – from entry-level up to advanced, experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and respond to breakdowns on production, heavy industrial machinery and automated systems
  
  
• Diagnose, repair, and improve both mechanical and electrical faults across a wide range of equipment
  
  
• Support installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment upgrades
  
  
• Minimise production downtime by acting swiftly and effectively on issues
  
  
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and update service logs
  
  
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to enhance machine performance and reliability
  
  
• Follow all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
  
  What We’re Looking For:
  
  Entry-Level Candidates:
  
  
• Engineering qualification (NVQ Level 2/3, City & Guilds, HNC, or equivalent)
  
  
• Apprenticeship or college training in a mechanical or electrical discipline
  
  
• Eagerness to learn, develop, and grow within a hands-on role in manufacturing
  
  Experienced Candidates:
  
  
• Background in maintenance within automotive or high-volume manufacturing environments
  
  
• Automotive background preferred but not essential
  
  
• Strong mechanical or electrical fault-finding and repair skills
  
  
• Experience with PLCs, robotics, automation systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics is desirable
  
  
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to production deadlines
  
  What We Offer:
  
  
• Competitive salary
  
  
• Weekly rotating shift pattern for a varied working schedule
  
  
• Overtime opportunities and shift premiums
  
  
• Pension scheme and employee benefits
  
  
• Training and development pathways to support career progression
  
  
• Modern, clean working environment and a supportive team culture