Maintenance Engineer

Location: Walsall

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: £38,000 per annum + 15% shift premium for late shift

Shift Pattern:

• Early Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Late Shift: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (15% shift premium)

 My Client is a leader in precision manufacturing, specializing in CNC machinery. We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer with strong electrical and mechanical experience to maintain and optimize our CNC machinery and other production equipment. If you're experienced in maintaining CNC machines and thrive in a fast-paced, technical environment, we'd love to have you on our team!

Job Overview
As a Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of CNC machinery and other production equipment. This role requires both electrical and mechanical skills, with a focus on ensuring minimal downtime and efficient production. You’ll work on a rotating early and late shift pattern, with a 15% shift premium on late shifts.

Key Responsibilities of the Maintenance Engineer

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on CNC machines, ensuring they operate at peak performance.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults on CNC machinery and production equipment.
• Work with production teams to minimize equipment downtime and maintain production efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company maintenance protocols.
• Use diagnostic tools and equipment to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.
• Record maintenance activities, including work completed and parts used, for accurate documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce maintenance-related downtime.

Qualifications and Skills of the Maintenance Engineer

• Proven experience (3+ years) as a Maintenance Engineer with expertise in both electrical and mechanical maintenance, specifically working with CNC machinery.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and repair CNC machines, including electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of control systems, hydraulics, and pneumatics as they apply to CNC machinery.
• Basic understanding of PLC systems for troubleshooting purposes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical certification or vocational training in electrical/mechanical engineering.
• Experience working in a CNC machining or precision manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and regulations in a manufacturing setting.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £38,000 per annum.
• 15% shift premium for late shift (2:00 PM – 10:00 PM).
• Rotating shift pattern for work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and training.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Apply now for the Maintenance Engineer role!