Job Description
How would you feel working for a globally recognised powerhouse in the food & beverage industry? If you’re thinking ‘Yeah, that would be cool!’ then you might want to read on.
My client is hiring at its flagship Northamptonshire facility — a site renowned for its cutting-edge technology, world-class standards, and a brand portfolio that’s a staple in households across the UK and beyond.
This is more than just an engineering role — it’s a chance to join one of the most respected names in food and beverage manufacturing, where innovation, scale, and career opportunity go hand in hand. Backed by significant investment and a clear vision for future growth, this site offers engineers a rare opportunity to work with high-speed automation, sophisticated utilities infrastructure, and a genuinely supportive leadership team.
This is a key opportunity for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join a highly skilled team, playing a central role in keeping production running smoothly across high-speed packaging and process lines.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carrying out both planned and reactive electrical maintenance across the site.
* Diagnosing faults and resolving issues on a range of automated equipment including motors, drives, sensors, PLCs and control systems.
* Supporting energy and sustainability initiatives by ensuring optimal equipment performance.
* Participating in Lean activities such as 5S and Kaizen to drive continuous improvement.
* Using CMMS systems (Agility) for work order management and record-keeping.
* Maintaining compliance with all relevant safety, health and environmental regulations.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
* A qualified Electrical Engineer with experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
* Skilled in electrical fault-finding, repairs and preventative maintenance.
* Comfortable working on PLC-controlled systems and automated packaging machinery.
* Strong awareness of health and safety procedures, with a proactive, team-oriented approach.
* Full right to work in the UK.
Benefits Include:
* Salary up to £65,000
* Bonus scheme
* Monthly product allowance
* Enhanced pension contribution
* Life assurance
* Access to 24/7 GP services
* High street discounts
* Discounted onsite shop
* Generous holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
This is an exciting chance to join a business that takes engineering seriously — offering long-term career development, investment in skills, and a high-performing, well-resourced team environment.
Interested? Apply today to find out more.