At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain automated systems, focusing on electrical fault finding and planned maintenance.
- Company: Join a leading automated distribution business with a strong investment in technology.
- Benefits: Earn £50,000 with a solid benefits package and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a stable career with a 4 on 4 off shift pattern.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team and work with cutting-edge automation technology.
- Qualifications: Electrical apprenticeship and experience in fast-paced environments required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are recruiting an Electrically Biased Maintenance Engineer for a well-established and highly regarded automated distribution business with multiple sites across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, fast-paced operation with heavy investment in automation, people, and long-term career development.
The Role
You'll be part of a shift-based engineering team, responsible for maintaining highly automated systems to ensure maximum up time and performance. The role is hands-on, with a strong focus on electrical fault finding, planned maintenance, and continuous improvement.
- Electrical fault finding on automated machinery and conveyor systems
- Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive breakdowns
- Working with PLC-controlled equipment (fault finding, not programming)
- Supporting mechanical maintenance when required
- Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in line with site standards
- Contributing to reliability improvements and continuous improvement initiatives
About You
This role is ideal for an apprentice-trained engineer with a strong electrical bias and experience in fast-paced environments such as Food, FMCG, or Automated Distribution. You'll ideally have:
- A completed electrical apprenticeship
- Strong electrical maintenance and fault-finding experience
- Background in Food, FMCG, logistics, or automated warehousing environments
- Experience working with automation, conveyors, sensors, drives, and motors
- Basic PLC fault-finding knowledge (Siemens / Allen Bradley / similar)
- A proactive, team-focused approach to engineering
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £50,000
4 on 4 off shift pattern (days & nights)
Strong benefits package
Long-term stability within a growing, multi-site UK organisation
Ongoing training and development opportunities
This is a great opportunity for an electrically biased engineer looking to work with modern automation in a stable, professional environment.
Multi Skilled Engineer - DAVENTRY in Crick employer: Argon Engineering Ltd
Join a leading automated distribution business in Daventry, where you'll thrive in a modern, fast-paced environment that prioritises employee development and innovation. With a competitive salary of £50,000 and a robust benefits package, we offer a unique opportunity for growth within a supportive team culture, ensuring you can advance your skills while contributing to cutting-edge automation projects.
