We are hiring a Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) for our client, an established automotive component manufacturer operating a continuous production environment.
With a strong electrical bias, you will take ownership of electrical systems, preventative and reactive maintenance and fault-finding across the plant, keeping injection moulding machines, automation systems and auxiliary equipment running at maximum uptime.
The Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) will be responsible for:
- Carrying out reactive and planned preventative maintenance on electrical systems, machinery and control panels, including injection moulding machines.
- Diagnosing and repairing electrical faults using schematics, wiring diagrams and manufacturer documentation.
- Inspecting and maintaining electrical distribution, isolation points and emergency stop systems in line with BS 7671.
- Commissioning and modifying control circuits, sensors and interlocks, with basic PLC fault diagnosis.
- Undertaking associated mechanical, pneumatic and basic hydraulic maintenance, and supporting new machinery installations.
- Applying safe isolation and LOTO procedures, and keeping accurate maintenance records.
- Supporting Lean, 5S and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime.
The Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) will have:
- A recognised electrical qualification such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3, or a completed electrical apprenticeship.
- Proven experience maintaining and fault-finding industrial electrical control systems in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of electrical principles, motor control and safe isolation procedures.
- Confidence using electrical test equipment and reading technical documentation.
- Willingness to work a 3-shift rotating pattern, including nights and weekends.
- A methodical, safety-conscious approach and good communication skills.
- Experience with injection moulding, PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi), mechanical maintenance or IATF 16949 would be advantageous.
If you’re a hands‑on maintenance engineer who enjoys solving problems and keeping production moving, this role offers variety and the chance to develop multi-skilled expertise.
Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) in Birmingham employer: EVera Recruitment
At EVera Recruitment, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Located in the vibrant city of Warwick, our team enjoys access to cutting-edge technology and hands-on experience in engineering, with ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us to be part of meaningful projects that make a real impact in the field of electromechanical systems.
