Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Lichfield
3 weeks ago
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer – PLC & Automation Specialist
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)
Shifts: 3 rotating shifts, Monday to Friday, NO WEEKENDS

Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer with a strong background in PLC systems and automation? Looking to join a company where your skills are truly valued and your ideas make a real difference? This could be the opportunity for you.
We're on the lookout for a motivated, forward-thinking engineer to join our growing team in Lichfield. You’ll play a crucial role in keeping our advanced production equipment running smoothly, while also driving continuous improvement across the plant.
  
Why Join Us?

Competitive salary based on your experience and expertise.
Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art automation technology.
Be part of a supportive, collaborative team with real opportunities for development.
Make a tangible impact in a business that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Monday to Friday, no weekends. Early finish on a Friday   
What You’ll Be Doing:

Maintaining, repairing, and optimising a wide range of production machinery and plant equipment.
Diagnosing and resolving both electrical and mechanical faults to reduce downtime.
Working with PLCs and robotic systems to troubleshoot and enhance automation processes.
Taking the lead on preventative maintenance and improvement projects.
Supporting production teams with technical advice and hands-on support.
Managing parts inventory to ensure availability of key spares.
Keeping accurate and up-to-date maintenance records. What We’re Looking For:

Solid experience in electrical maintenance within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong working knowledge of PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.).
Experience with robotic automation systems.
Great problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.
A team player with strong communication and organisational abilities.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven setting.   
If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, apply now to #Tamzin to join our team and advance your career

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