Plant Engineer (Temporary)

Halewood Transmission Plant Salary: £40,245.73 (depending on experience) Duration: Permanent Hours: Monday – Thursday (7:00 – 15:30), Friday (7:00 – 12:30) Ford Halewood Transmissions Ltd is undergoing a major transformation, investing £355 million to become Europe\’s first site manufacturing EV power units. With a production capacity of 420,000 units starting in 2024, we\’re looking for talented engineers to help shape the future of electric mobility. You\’ll oversee machinery controls, infrastructure, and energy systems, managing projects from small budgets to £1 million+, ensuring they\’re delivered safely, on time, and cost-effectively. Be a role model for safety, inclusion, and Ford+ values Drive a zero-accident culture and champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Oversee controls and electrical infrastructure for plant performance improvements Lead electrical and controls engineering projects towards The Factory of the Future Manage project costs, ensuring maximum value for the company Implement innovative engineering solutions Oversee contractors, ensuring health & safety compliance Work with internal & external teams to deliver successful projects Degree in Electronics Engineering (or related field) Experience in Electrical & Electronics disciplines (desirable) Project management expertise , with budgets up to £10 million Computer literacy (Excel, Word, Project Management software) Engineering specification & legal compliance knowledge PLC Experience: Siemens Step-7, TIA Portal Machine Hardware & Controls: ABB, Fanuc, Kuka & UR robotics Machine Acceptance & Compliance: CE & UKCA marking, BS & EN standards AutoCAD Electrical & Eplan (modifications & approvals) Energy & Infrastructure Planning: Electrical distribution, HVAC, BMS Exclusive Employee Discounts – Buy Ford vehicles at a special rate Career Growth & Development – Access our Employee Development Programme Competitive Salary & Pension – With annual increases Great Work-Life Balance – 25 days holiday (including shutdown dates) Cycle to Work Scheme – Keep fit while saving money On-Site Gym & Facilities – Includes sauna and steam room Apply now and help shape the automotive industry of tomorrow. The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability. This vacancy is advertised in line with the FORD equal opportunities policy.