Electrical Engineer Location: Disley
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Industry: Heavy Manufacturing
Salary:52,000-56,000
Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off (2 days, 2 nights) – 7 rotations followed by an 18-day break Our client is a well-established, large-scale manufacturing business. Due to continued investment and a strong focus on reliability and asset performance, they are now seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer to join their engineering team at their Disley site.
This is a long-term, stable opportunity offering job security, excellent work-life balance, and ongoing training and development within a supportive engineering environment.
The Role This is a hands-on, plant-based role with a strong focus on, supported by basic mechanical PPM and troubleshooting where electrical maintenance, fault finding, and reliability improvement required.
You will play a key role in implementing condition-based maintenance strategies to maximise equipment availability and efficiency across the site.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out electrical maintenance and fault finding on plant equipment including motors, drives, and control panels
* Diagnose and rectify faults on Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
* Interrogate PLCs for fault finding and basic condition monitoring
* Plan, schedule, and complete planned preventative maintenance (PPM) activities
* Support basic mechanical maintenance tasks such as belts, bearings, seals, and lubrication (CIL)
* Ensure all work is carried out in line with Health & Safety regulations and safe systems of work
Shift Pattern
* 4 on / 4 off
* 2 days followed by 2 nights
* 7 repetitions per cycle
* Followed by an 18-day break
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What We're Looking For
* Recognised Electrical qualification (HNC, NVQ Level 3+, or equivalent)
* Strong electrical maintenance and fault-finding background
* Good working knowledge of instrumentation systems (apprenticeship time-served preferred)
* Experience interrogating PLCs for diagnostics
* Experience with AC & DC variable speed drives
* Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
* Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and instrumentation diagrams
* Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to support mechanical tasks when required
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
* Solid understanding of Health & Safety standards within a manufacturing environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Free company products
* Discounts on food, retail, holidays, cinema, and gyms
* Employee wellness programmes including:
o Employee Assistance Programme
o OnDemand GP service
* Free early access to pay scheme
* Salary sacrifice schemes
* Employee referral scheme
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
If you're an experienced Electrical Engineer or E&I Technician looking for a secure role within a large, reputable manufacturer, with excellent time off and long-term prospects, this is an opportunity not to be missed.