Multiskilled Engineer; Engineering Team Leader
Listed on 2026-10-26
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Engineering
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer, Electrical Engineering
- Join at an exciting period of growth and investment
About Our Client
Our client is an international, leading manufacturer within the food production sector, currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Engineer and team lead to join their growing engineering team at a highly automated production facility.
Job Description
- Lead and motivate the engineering team to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
- Oversee the maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment to minimise downtime.
- Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programmes to enhance equipment reliability.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all engineering activities.
- Coordinate with production teams to address technical challenges and optimise processes.
- Manage budgets and resources to achieve engineering objectives effectively.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational performance.
- Prepare and present reports on engineering performance and project progress.
Electrical experience required:
Sensors (fixing) Motor swaps PLC experience (programming not required) PLC interrogation & modification required Fault investigation (up to PLC level) Inverter drives 3phase - installation & maintenance Fault finding
Mechanical experience required:
Bearings and pneumatics Conveyors (fixes and mends) Fabrication e.g. making brackets/ repairs Will be working on machinery such as:
Robots Conveyors Mincers & Grinders (Not much with hydraulics)
The Successful Applicant
The successful applicant will have:
- Qualified in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Apprenticeship, NVQ, or equivalent)
- Experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment (food industry desirable)
- Strong fault-finding skills across both electrical and mechanical systems
- Knowledge of PLCs, sensors, motors, and control systems
- Proactive approach with strong problem-solving abilities
- Flexible to work shifts, including weekends where required
What's on Offer
Weekly rotation shift pattern: 6-2, 2-10, 10-6.
Multiskilled Engineer (Engineering Team Leader) Preston, England
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