Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Permanent) Location - Derby (site-based) with European travel 1 week out of 4 £45,000 - £48,000 (depending on experience) travel expenses fully covered Electrical Maintenance Engineer Overview We are looking to recruit an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join their engineering team based in Derby. This is a hands-on role working on specialist rail inspection and testing equipment, with regular travel across Europe (approximately one week per month). This position suits an engineer with a strong electrical background, some controls/PLC exposure, and practical workshop and site-based experience. The role is broader than a standard maintenance engineer and offers long-term development within a specialist engineering environment. Key Responsibilities for theElectrical Maintenance Engineer Electrical maintenance, fault-finding, and support of specialist rail inspection equipment Working withultrasonic testing equipment and associated control systems Fault-finding and maintenance onPLCs and HMI controls Electrical build and modification work, includingcable manufacturing Crimping Soldering Loom and cable assembly Basic mechanical assembly and support work where required Working in depots, workshops, and occasionally trackside environments European travel to customer sites (typically 1 week per month) Working as part of a team no lone working (especially during first 12 months) Skills & Experience Required forElectrical Maintenance Engineer Essential: Electrical engineering background Experience in maintenance, fault-finding, or service engineering roles Comfortable working on site and in depot/workshop environments Willingness to travel across Europe regularly Desirable (but not essential): PLC and HMI experience Exposure to electronic assemblies, PCBs, or control panels Experience manufacturing cables (crimping, soldering, loom build) Rail industry experience PTS (training can be provided) Travel & Working Arrangements Based on site inDerby European travel approx.1 week per month Main countries include:Italy, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland, Sweden All travel expenses covered Uplifted pay rates apply when working in Sweden and Switzerland (based on local rules and hours worked) Electrical Maintenance Engineer Benefits AXA health / care plan (tax-deductible) Pension scheme Full training and support, including PTS if required Working within a collaborative engineering team (no lone working policy) Expenses fully covered with company card provided Overtime available at normal rate or can be taken in lieu