Job Details
Mechanical & Electrical Engineer
We are currently seeking a skilled Mechanical & Electrical Engineer to join a well-established industrial environment in Preston area. This is a hands-on role requiring both electrical and mechanical expertise, supporting production equipment, fault finding, and continuous improvement activities.
The successful candidate will be self-sufficient, proactive, and solution-focused, with a strong background in industrial engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Electrical and mechanical fault finding on industrial machinery
- Planned and reactive maintenance
- Installation, repair, and replacement of electrical components
- Supporting continuous improvement and suggesting process enhancements
- Working collaboratively within an engineering and production team
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety standards
Electrical Experience Required
- Sensor fault finding and replacement
- Motor swaps and installations
- PLC experience (fault finding / basic diagnostics)
- Inverter / VFD drives
- Three-phase installation and fault investigation
- Electrical testing and diagnostics
Mechanical Experience Required
- Bearing replacement
- Pneumatics and air systems
- General fabrication and mechanical fitting
- Mechanical fault diagnosis and repairs
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum 2 years’ industrial engineering experience
- Minimum BTEC Level 3 / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering
- 17th or 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Strong understanding of industrial maintenance environments
Person Specification
- Self-sufficient and able to work independently
- Team-focused with strong communication skills
- Solution-oriented mindset
- Proactive and willing to step forward with improvement suggestions
- Keen to develop skills and progress professionally
- Reliable, organised, and safety-conscious
If you meet the above criteria, please apply by submitting your up-to-date CV or call to our office on 0152463344 ask for Olivia
