Electrical Maintenance Engineer – £48k + Overtime

About the role

We are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer / Maintenance Electrician to join a leading automated manufacturing factory in North East England. You will work within a friendly, loyal engineering team in a fast‑paced environment, supporting continuous improvement of plant machinery.

Key responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults on plant and machinery.
• Plan and execute preventative maintenance and shutdown projects.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives individually and as part of a team.
• Maintain accurate logs of all maintenance activities.
• Adhere to strict health and safety standards, TPM and 5S processes.

Required profile

• Completed a recognised electrical engineering apprenticeship or hold an electrical engineering qualification.
• Proven experience in electrical maintenance within an industrial setting.
• Ability to work the Panama shift pattern (2 weeks days, 2 weeks nights).

Required skills

• Knowledge of sensors, motors, variable speed drives, contactors, relays, inverters and PLCs.
• Strong troubleshooting and fault‑finding abilities.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and plant shutdowns.

What we offer

• Salary up to £48,000 per year plus overtime.
• Opportunities to learn, develop and progress within the company.
• Shift pattern that allows work‑life balance.
• Commutable location for candidates from Durham, Darlington, Stockton‑on‑Tees, Middlesbrough, Hartlepool, Sunderland and surrounding areas.