Shift Engineering Technician

️ Shift Engineering Technician – Global Manufacturing Innovator

📍 Plymouth | 3 on, 3 off (Days or Nights)
💼 Full-Time | Shift Premiums (32% Days / 48% Nights)

Join a Global Leader Driving the Future of Advanced Manufacturing

TQR Plymouth is proud to be recruiting for a world-renowned manufacturer at the forefront of innovation and automation. This is your opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team where your skills will directly impact production excellence, continuous improvement, and global success.

If you're a technically skilled problem-solver with a passion for mentoring and process optimisation, this is your chance to thrive in a role that offers career progression, world-class benefits, and a culture of continuous learning.

Why This Role is a Game-Changer:

• 🌍 Global Impact – Work for a multinational manufacturer known for cutting-edge technology and operational excellence.
  
  
• 🚀 Performance-Driven Culture – Be part of a team that values initiative, innovation, and results.
  
  
• 📚 Career Growth – Access structured development pathways, technical training, and leadership opportunities.
  
  
• 💰 Above-Average Pay & Rewards – Enjoy a competitive salary, generous shift premiums, and a comprehensive benefits package.
  
  
• 🛠️ Tech-Forward Environment – Work with advanced automation, robotics, and high-speed manufacturing systems.
  
  What You’ll Be Doing:
  
  
• Troubleshooting and resolving complex machine faults across high-speed, automated production lines.
  
  
• Acting as a process expert for specific equipment and mentoring Production Technicians.
  
  
• Using HMI, MES, and PC-based systems for diagnostics and performance monitoring.
  
  
• Leading small-scale improvement projects and supporting new equipment installations.
  
  
• Driving cost, quality, and safety improvements through technical innovation.
  
  What You’ll Bring:
  
  
• Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Electrical preferred).
  
  
• Proven experience in high-volume, automated manufacturing environments.
  
  
• Strong fault-finding skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
  
  
• Experience mentoring or supervising within an engineering team.
  
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  
  Bonus Skills (Highly Desirable):
  
  
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, and servo systems.
  
  
• SAP experience for parts ordering and data utilisation.
  
  What’s in It for You:
  
  
• 💷 Competitive salary + 32% shift premium (Days) or 48% (Nights)
  
  
• 🏥 Private medical insurance, life assurance & critical illness cover
  
  
• 💼 Matched pension contributions up to 10%
  
  
• 📈 Share save scheme & performance recognition rewards
  
  
• 🍽️ Subsidised canteen & free on-site parking
  
  
• 🚴‍♂️ Cycle to work scheme & flexible benefits
  
  
• 🌴 24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (rising with service)
  
  Shift Patterns:
  
  
• Days: 3 on, 3 off | 11:00 – 23:00
  
  
• Nights: 3 on, 3 off | 23:00 – 11:00
  
  Ready to Engineer Your Future?
  
  If you're ready to take your career to the next level with a global innovator, apply today or contact the TQR Plymouth team for a confidential chat.
  
  📩 Apply now and be part of something extraordinary