Electrical Maintenance Engineer
CV-LibrarySeghillpermanentPosted: 30 April 2026
Apply NowTalentmark are currently recruiting for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer on behalf of a fantastic business based in Cramlington on a permanent basis.
The role is working a continental shift pattern, 12-hour shifts days and nights. The pattern provides for every other weekend off.
Salary: Between £50,000 - £55,000 inc shift allowance plus benefits.
Duties and responsibilities:
Perform routine and preventive maintenance of production equipment and assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
Perform calibrations and corrections on equipment such as load cells and temperature controllers.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs, using a CMMS system.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies, including but not limited to permits to work, pre-work risk assessment and method statements, LOTO, ATEX.Essential skills:
Qualification in Electrical Engineering (HNC or equivalent).
Proven experience in fault finding and troubleshooting on PLCs is essential.
Strong technical knowledge of electrical circuits, with the ability to read and understand electrical drawings.
Knowledge of ATEX zoning (desirable but not essential).Apply:
It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence.
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Job Description
Job Purpose To provide electrical support to ensure that the
manufacturing process, facilities and services are managed
and maintained to a high standard.
Tasks • Perform routine and preventive maintenance of
production equipment to ensure a reliable
manufacturing process.
• Perform calibration validition and corrections on
equipment such as load cells and temperature
controllers.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production
machinery and supporting equipment. Some of the
core skills/knowledge
• Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens preferably) is essential
to aid in the diagnosis process. Experience with
AC/DC drives (primarily Siemens & ABB
predominatley)
• Kowledge/experience of Tension control systems
• Bus network systems (Profibus, Profinet)
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical circuits, with
the ability to read and understand electrical drawings
• Collaborate with the engineering team to enhance
equipment reliability and performance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities
and repairs, using a CMMS system.
Job title:
Electrical Engineer
Organisational Unit
Site
Area
Department
Location
Type of position
☐ Direct
☒ Indirect
☐ Management
Level:
☐ Expert Level
Level :
FTE (e.g. 0,8)
Supervisor
Grade
Travel activity in %
Dimensions
Engineering
Cramlington UK
1
Engineering
Team Leader
0 H (7-day working)
3 / 4
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
and company policies, including but not limited to
permits to work, pre-work risk assessment and
method statements, LOTO, ATEX.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new
equipment.
• Provide technical support and training to junior
technicians and apprentices.
• Provide engineering support to the production process
when required in order to improve machine output and
rectify processing issues
• Work alongisde the on-site project department to
develop new/improved electrical control systems
Leadership tasks N/A
Required profile
Education keine Profession: Engineer
Professional experience • Proven experience in fault finding and troubleshooting on
Siemens PLCs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Qualifications required • Completed Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or a
related field.
• HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Electrical
Engineering or equivalent.
• Latest electrical installation standards (desireable but
not essential)
Professional knowledge • Strong understanding of electrical systems, schematics,
and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best
practices.
• Knowledge of ATEX zoning (desireable but not essential)
Further training
Personal attributes • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and the ability to explain
technical issues clearly.
•
4 / 4
RENOLIT Competencies *see Competency Model
☐ Internal & external Customer Orientation
☐ Digital Skills
☒ Professional Knowledge
☐ Change Readiness
☐ Sense of Responsibility
☒ Communicative Behavior
☐ Motivation & Development
☐ Result Orientation
☐ Self Management
☐ Leadership Competence
Further competencies
•
Competencies
Organisation chart / Reporting Line
The role is working a continental shift pattern, 12-hour shifts days and nights. The pattern provides for every other weekend off.
Salary: Between £50,000 - £55,000 inc shift allowance plus benefits.
Duties and responsibilities:
Perform routine and preventive maintenance of production equipment and assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment.
Perform calibrations and corrections on equipment such as load cells and temperature controllers.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs, using a CMMS system.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies, including but not limited to permits to work, pre-work risk assessment and method statements, LOTO, ATEX.Essential skills:
Qualification in Electrical Engineering (HNC or equivalent).
Proven experience in fault finding and troubleshooting on PLCs is essential.
Strong technical knowledge of electrical circuits, with the ability to read and understand electrical drawings.
Knowledge of ATEX zoning (desirable but not essential).Apply:
It is essential all applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence.
R Job Description
2 / 4
Job Description
Job Purpose To provide electrical support to ensure that the
manufacturing process, facilities and services are managed
and maintained to a high standard.
Tasks • Perform routine and preventive maintenance of
production equipment to ensure a reliable
manufacturing process.
• Perform calibration validition and corrections on
equipment such as load cells and temperature
controllers.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production
machinery and supporting equipment. Some of the
core skills/knowledge
• Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens preferably) is essential
to aid in the diagnosis process. Experience with
AC/DC drives (primarily Siemens & ABB
predominatley)
• Kowledge/experience of Tension control systems
• Bus network systems (Profibus, Profinet)
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical circuits, with
the ability to read and understand electrical drawings
• Collaborate with the engineering team to enhance
equipment reliability and performance.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities
and repairs, using a CMMS system.
Job title:
Electrical Engineer
Organisational Unit
Site
Area
Department
Location
Type of position
☐ Direct
☒ Indirect
☐ Management
Level:
☐ Expert Level
Level :
FTE (e.g. 0,8)
Supervisor
Grade
Travel activity in %
Dimensions
Engineering
Cramlington UK
1
Engineering
Team Leader
0 H (7-day working)
3 / 4
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
and company policies, including but not limited to
permits to work, pre-work risk assessment and
method statements, LOTO, ATEX.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new
equipment.
• Provide technical support and training to junior
technicians and apprentices.
• Provide engineering support to the production process
when required in order to improve machine output and
rectify processing issues
• Work alongisde the on-site project department to
develop new/improved electrical control systems
Leadership tasks N/A
Required profile
Education keine Profession: Engineer
Professional experience • Proven experience in fault finding and troubleshooting on
Siemens PLCs.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Qualifications required • Completed Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering or a
related field.
• HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Electrical
Engineering or equivalent.
• Latest electrical installation standards (desireable but
not essential)
Professional knowledge • Strong understanding of electrical systems, schematics,
and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best
practices.
• Knowledge of ATEX zoning (desireable but not essential)
Further training
Personal attributes • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and the ability to explain
technical issues clearly.
•
4 / 4
RENOLIT Competencies *see Competency Model
☐ Internal & external Customer Orientation
☐ Digital Skills
☒ Professional Knowledge
☐ Change Readiness
☐ Sense of Responsibility
☒ Communicative Behavior
☐ Motivation & Development
☐ Result Orientation
☐ Self Management
☐ Leadership Competence
Further competencies
•
Competencies
Organisation chart / Reporting Line