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Reliability Engineer, Preston, Lancashire
Client:
Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing
Location:
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
04.06.2025
Expiry Date:
19.07.2025
Job Description:
Reliability Engineer (Controls and Automation)
The Opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Reliability Engineer with a strong background in Controls and Automation to join our dynamic team at Bellshill. The role is critical to ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing operations by driving proactive maintenance strategies, implementing continuous improvement initiatives, and leading the integration of advanced automation technologies. You'll aim to improve plant reliability, focusing on replacing obsolete technology with new solutions. You will also support the Bottling Team Leaders in leading and developing the Maintenance team.
What you’ll be doing
* Develop and implement preventive maintenance procedures to increase the reliability of controls and automation equipment.
* Create detailed I/O lists and wiring diagrams for current installations to improve troubleshooting.
* Plan the replacement of obsolete electrical components across bottling assets.
* Lead reliability projects focused on instrumentation and automation systems including PLCs, SCADA, HMI’s, and operational IT networks.
* Introduce new technology to production to enhance performance and collaborate with the projects team for system integration.
* Provide technical support for team leaders and technicians, acting as the lead coordinator for escalated maintenance or breakdown support.
Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering is desirable but not essential.
* 5+ years experience in a manufacturing environment with strong knowledge of controls and automation standards and systems.
* Fluent in PLC programming languages (e.g., Siemens, B&R, Allen Bradley).
* Qualified to at least HNC/HND level in an Engineering discipline.
* Experience in an RCM-driven environment.
* Knowledge of Health & Safety and Continuous Improvement techniques.
* Understanding of technical aspects within an FMCG environment.
* Proven leadership skills to set objectives, manage performance, and develop team members.
Are you that ‘Rare Character’ we are looking for?
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