Electrical Engineering Technician in Harlow

Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products.

As an Electrical Engineering Technician, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring our site runs safely, efficiently, and reliably. You’ll carry out a mix of planned preventative maintenance, reactive breakdown work, and continuous improvement activities – all while upholding the highest SHE and engineering standards. You’ll work closely with the Maintenance Manager, Planners, Production Teams and your fellow technicians to keep our operations performing at their best. This is a day shift role (7am–7pm) where no two days are the same – perfect for someone who thrives on variety, problem‑solving, and hands‑on work!

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs
  • Carry out breakdown and planned maintenance across the Harlow site
  • Diagnose, troubleshoot and complete timely repairs to maximise equipment availability
  • Ensure all work is completed safely, to a high standard, and in line with Synthomer SHE and PTW procedures
• Documentation & Systems
  • Complete job cards and maintenance logs accurately
  • Record job completion in SAP CMMS
  • Provide clear and thorough handovers at the end of each shift
• Communication & Collaboration
  • Liaise with Maintenance Managers, Planners, Production Shift Managers and Team Leaders
  • Support supervision of contractors and service partners
  • Report any engineering concerns or improvement opportunities
• Housekeeping & Stores Support
  • Maintain excellent housekeeping across workshops, stores and site
  • Follow stores stock control processes and support with technical input for parts ordering

What We’re Looking For

• Experience & Knowledge
  • 3–5 years’ minimum experience in an electrical maintenance role (chemical, or manufacturing environment)
  • Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skills
  • Good understanding of electrical (and mechanical, ideally) process equipment
• Essential Electrical Qualifications
  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Electrotechnical Technology (or equivalent)
  • 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations
• Desirable (Not Essential)
  • CompEx (ExF) – Ex01–Ex04 / Ex05–Ex06
  • C&I (Control & Instrumentation) experience

Growth & Development

We’re looking for someone with the right mindset — hands‑on, positive, a true team player, and eager to grow. This role will include developing your mechanical engineering skills, so we’re seeking someone motivated to learn and expand their capabilities. In return, you’ll receive full training, ongoing support, and opportunities to progress as part of our multi‑skilled maintenance team.

Global Benefits Overview

• Competitive, market‑aligned compensation
• Discretionary global bonus scheme
• Discretionary Long‑Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positions
• Company car or car allowance – varies by region and role
• Healthcare – tailored to regional locations
• Parental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies)
• Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs
• Learning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers
• Wellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives
• Retirement / pension contributions – plans vary by country
• Culture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrive
• Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes