Electrical & Automation Engineer

2 days ago

Chatham, United Kingdom Alexander Steele Full time

Electrical & Automation Engineer

Chatham, Kent

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000

4 days on , 4 days off - Dayshift

Alexander Steele is partnering with a successful manufacturing business seeking an Electrical & Automation Engineer to keep a high-speed manufacturing site running smoothly—delivering effective maintenance, rapid breakdown response, and continuous improvement across automation assets.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on electrical & automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, drives, SCADA).

* Diagnose, repair, and optimise PLC-controlled equipment (e.g., Siemens; exposure to Allen-Bradley/Omron beneficial) to minimise downtime.

* Support production during shifts, ensuring on-time, in-full performance across high-speed lines (wrappers, sealers, conveyors, weighers, check-weighers, X-ray/metal detection, robotics).

* Assist with design, programming, testing and commissioning of automation changes and small projects.

* Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.

* Contribute to Capex and continuous improvement projects (installation, commissioning, optimisation).

* Monitor system performance, recommending improvements to reliability, safety, and productivity.

* Maintain accurate documentation & backups for PLC/HMI/robotic systems and record all maintenance activities.

* Provide mechanical support where required as part of a multi-skilled team.

* Use the CMMS to manage PPMs, work orders, spares, and compliance records.

* Adhere to Health, Safety & Hygiene standards and promote best practice.

* Share expertise by supporting and mentoring colleagues.

Skills & Experience

* 5+ years’ electrical experience in a high-speed manufacturing/production environment

* Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, control circuits, motors, and advanced fault-finding.

* Hands-on with PLCs (Siemens essential; Allen-Bradley/Omron advantageous), HMIs, servo drives, SCADA.

* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation/Maintenance.

* Experienced in breakdowns, PPM, routine checks, and implementing preventative measures.

* Able to read electrical drawings/wiring diagrams; competent report writing and documentation.

* Proficient with CMMS and Microsoft Office.

* Excellent problem-solving, attention to detail, and strong safety awareness.

* Electrical/automation bias (≈70–80%) with willingness to support mechanical tasks (≈20–30%).

* Flexible, self-motivated, and effective working independently or within a team on rotating shifts

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