Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Lichfield
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Electrical Maintenance Engineer – PLC & Automation Expert
Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire
Salary: £47,000-£48,000 
Shifts: Monday to Friday, 3 rotating shifts – No weekend work!

Are you a skilled Electrical Maintenance Engineer with a passion for automation and PLC systems? Ready to bring your expertise to a company that values innovation and rewards initiative? This could be your next career move.
We’re looking for a driven, forward-thinking engineer to join our dynamic team in Lichfield. In this role, you’ll be essential to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our advanced production machinery, while also playing a key part in ongoing improvement initiatives.

What’s in It for You?
A competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience
Hands-on work with cutting-edge automation and robotic systems
A collaborative team environment that supports growth and development
The chance to make a real impact in a business that champions continuous improvement
Monday to Friday schedule with an early finish every Friday – enjoy your weekends! Key Responsibilities:
Carry out maintenance, fault finding, and repair on a range of production equipment
Identify and resolve both electrical and mechanical issues to minimise downtime
Work with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.) and robotic systems to improve performance
Lead and participate in preventative maintenance and plant improvement projects
Provide technical support and guidance to production teams
Manage spare parts stock to ensure critical components are always available
Maintain accurate and up-to-date maintenance records What We’re Looking For:
Proven experience in electrical maintenance within an industrial or manufacturing setting
Strong PLC knowledge – ideally Siemens or Allen-Bradley
Familiarity with robotic automation and production technology
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
Effective communication and organisational skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-focused environment Ready to take the next step in your engineering career?
Apply now to #Tamzin – we’re excited to hear from you

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