We're seeking a technically strong and hands‑on Plant Engineer to lead electrical and automation maintenance, develop preventative strategies, and support production, quality, safety, and control initiatives. You'll oversee a team of technicians, manage CMMS tasks, and drive continuous improvement and compliance.
Key Responsibilities for the Plant Engineer
Team Leadership & Workload Planning
Lead and mentor engineering technicians; allocate daily maintenance tasks efficiently
Develop a training matrix to ensure team competency
Electrical & Automation Maintenance
Implement and oversee planned and preventative maintenance (PPM)
Diagnose and resolve complex electrical and automated system faults
Work with Siemens S7/TIA, Profinet, HMI interfaces, and other automation tools
Technical Projects & CMMS Management
Manage shutdowns, capital projects, and process improvements
Capture maintenance data, feedback, and lessons learnt in Elecosoft CMMS
Partner with stores for spare parts and stock management
Process Improvement & KPI Reporting
Design systems for condition monitoring and root‑cause analysis
Generate KPIs to track downtime, response time, and maintenance efficiency
Compliance & Safety Assurance
Ensure adherence to ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001, CE marking, and site safety policies
Provide clear engineering documentation and compliance updates
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work with Production, Quality, Safety, and Controls teams to align maintenance with operational needs
Participate in procurement, recruitment, and training initiatives
Skills & Qualifications
Essential:
Degree/HNC/HND in Electrical/Automation Engineering or equivalent
5+ years in high‑volume manufacturing or industrial environments
Proficiency with Siemens S7/TIA, Profinet, HMI, and PLC fault diagnostics
Experience with Elecosoft or similar CMMS
Strong project management and shutdown planning experience
Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisation skills
Strong adherence to HSE and compliance standards
Desirable for the Plant Engineer role:
Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems
Formal electrical installation certification
Exposure to cold rolling processes
Project/process improvement certifications (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, CPE)
Please contact Nicola at HRGO recruitment regarding the Plant Engineer role on 0151 3471110 or 07718 490426 email nicola.evans@hrgo.co.uk
