Improvement Engineer

Epson Telford Limited was established in 1987, we are on a 50-acre site and operate a 24/7 manufacturing site. We are the only European manufacturing and distribution site for ink cartridges and textile inks. These products are shipped to an Epson warehouse in Germany where they are then distributed throughout Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Quality and innovation are at the heart of everything we do, from our Cleanroom environment to our in-house machinery, design and technology improvements from which we use our own Epson 6-axis robots.

Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.00pm

Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm

We are seeking a highly motivated Improvement Engineer with a strong background in electrical systems, industrial controls and mechanical engineering to drive operational excellence across the manufacturing process. The role focuses on identifying inefficiencies, implementing technical improvements, and enhancing equipment reliability.

• Analyse and improve performance of electrical systems, PLCs and automated machinery
• Modify and optimise control systems to improve uptime, cycle time and efficiency
• Support fault finding and troubleshooting of electrical/control issues within production environments
• Experience with panel building/wiring and 6 axis programming
• Work with PLC platforms (e.g. Siemens, Allen Bradley) and HMI/Keyence, Omron systems

• Identify mechanical reliability issues and implement design or maintenance improvements
• Work on equipment modifications to increase performance, reduce waste, and improve safety
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance strategies
• Collaborate with maintenance teams on equipment upgrades and refurbishment projects

• Possess strong problem-solving skills
• Be able to work both as part of a team and individually
• PC literate in Microsoft office
• Methodical / logical approach

• Minimum of an HNC or level 4 Qualification in an engineering principle

• Demonstrates high level of pride in all work undertaken
• Experience in a high-speed automated production environment

• Recognised apprenticeship / time served
• KPI related bonus
• Life assurance up to 4 x annual salary
• Voluntary lifestyle benefit scheme
• 31 days holiday (incl Bank holidays)
• Discounted Epson products and consumables
• Onsite occupational health and physiotherapist