Warmley
£ - £ per annum
0.0hrs per week
February 04
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to support a number of the Operational Teams, managing external contractors and equipment upgrades. Description
LOCATION: Warmley
START DATE: Immediate
PAY: £40, - £45, Per annum
PERMANENT
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday - Friday - Friday
Evening and weekend work may be required
Yate Office:
Maintenance Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to support a number of the Operational Teams, managing external contractors and equipment upgrades.
Main duties
•Diagnosing complex electrical, mechanical, and software issues in real-time to minimize production downtime. Trouble shooting root cause assessment of equipment / machine failure modes and repair overhaul.
•Upgrading filling and capping machines, pumps, valves sensors and controls etc.
•Programming, debugging, and modifying PLC and HMI software to optimize performance.
•Performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment, including conveyor systems, robotics, and assembly lines.
•Integrating sensors, actuators, drives, and servo systems with PLCs to create seamless automation.
•Equipment selection and filling machine/ automation specification, modification and upgrading existing equipment /machines.
•Maintaining, updating, and creating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and software documentation.
•Assisting with the installation, commissioning, and retrofitting of new or legacy machinery.
•Basic welding / plasma cutting fabrication support for internally fabricating assembly line equipment, enclosure and furniture etc. for lean manufacturing.
•Machine Uptime: Maximizing operational time by reducing breakdowns.
•Mean Time to Repair (MTTR): Decreasing the time taken to fix equipment.
•(TPM) Preventive Maintenance Completion: Adhering to schedules.
•Review current method of manufacturing and improve productivity by automation and robotics.
Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
•Experience with AC/DC drives, servo systems, motors, sensors, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. High power motors and control systems, mechanical assembly and maintenance knowledge
•HNC/HND in electrical/mechanical engineering, a relevant apprenticeship, or a bachelor’s degree in automation/electrical engineering.
•Knowledge of industrial safety standards, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and safety circuits (e.g., Pilz).
•ABB robot integration and programming
•Strong knowledge of PLC languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams) and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).
•Chemical liquid flow controls and mixtures and feeding systems experience.
•Experience in maintaining automated packaging, filling machines, pick and place robotics for 3-5 years.
•Encourage good team work ethic where good ideas for improvement are encouraged. Promote a culture of continuous improvement within your Team across Health & safety, QC and production output etc.
•Excellent communication, interpersonal skills.
•Maintain relevant Chemical, environmental, safety, and industry knowledge.