At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform routine maintenance and diagnose electrical faults on production equipment.
- Company: Join a well-established manufacturing business with strong investment in engineering.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, overtime pay, and a pension scheme.
- Other info: The position is based in Cramlington with a Panama shift pattern.
- Why this job: This role offers clear progression into Team Leader and Supervisor positions.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have completed an apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering and possess strong diagnostic skills.
The predicted salary is between 52500 - 57500 £ per year.
Location: Cramlington
Salary: £52,500 - £57,500 (including shift allowance)
Shift Pattern: Panama Shift (42 hours per week) - 2's & 3's - Days / Nights
Overview
We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer on behalf of a well‑established manufacturing business. This is a great opportunity to join a forward‑thinking company with strong investment in engineering, offering long‑term stability, progression, and a supportive team environment.
Role
- Carry out routine and preventative maintenance on production equipment
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults across machinery and site equipment
- Perform calibration, validation, and corrective work on equipment such as load cells and temperature controllers
- Work with PLC systems (Siemens preferred) for fault finding and diagnostics
- Maintain and support AC/DC drives (Siemens & ABB)
- Work with tension control systems and industrial networks (Profibus, Profinet)
- Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
- Work closely with the engineering team to improve reliability and performance
- Accurately record maintenance activities using a CMMS system
Requirements
- Completed apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
- HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (desirable)
- Strong electrical fault‑finding and diagnostic skills
- Experience within a manufacturing or production environment
- Knowledge of PLCs, drives, and industrial networks
What's on Offer
- Overtime paid at 1.5x / 2x
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Health benefits
- Subsidised canteen
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee assistance programme
- Additional overtime incentives (2x / 3x on certain days / E.g. Bank Holidays Etc.)
- Progression
- Clear routes into Team Leader and Supervisor positions
- Ongoing training and development available
Apply
If you are an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer looking for your next opportunity, please apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Direct Line: 01455 242 070
Multi Skilled Maintenance Engineer (Elec Biased Ideally) in Cramlington employer: CV Technical Ltd
Located in Cramlington, this manufacturing company prioritises engineering investment and offers ongoing training. Employees benefit from health perks and a supportive team environment.
