Electrically biased engineer

Electrical Engineer Location: Disley

Industry: Heavy Manufacturing

Salary: £57000

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 This pattern offers an excellent balance between work and personal time.

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:

Employee Assistance Programme

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