Multi Skilled Engineer - #2145500

Job Title: Multi Skilled Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Day Rate: Competitive

Job Type: 3 Months Contract

Key Multi Skilled Engineer Responsibilities:

• Respond to breakdown calls as the first responder on shift
• Diagnose faults across mechanical and electrical/instrumentation systems independently
• Carry out emergency repairs safely under Lead Engineer direction
• Perform fault-finding on PLCs, sensors, drives and control panels
• Carry out mechanical repairs including bearings, gearboxes, conveyors and pumps
• Carry out electrical repairs including motors, starters, switchgear and wiring faults
• Safely isolate and reinstate equipment under Permit to Work procedures
• Complete CMMS breakdown work orders with accurate fault descriptions and actions taken
• Provide technical input to Lead Engineer during RCA investigations
• Support production restart and sign off equipment for return to service
• Execute PPM work orders assigned by the Lead Engineer through the CMMS
• Carry out condition monitoring including vibration, thermal imaging and lubrication
• Perform electrical testing including insulation resistance, earth continuity and PAT
• Inspect and maintain control panels, junction boxes and cable runs

Required Multi Skilled Engineer Experience:

Essential Experience:

• Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical engineering experience
• Experience working within FMCG, food manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing
• Strong experience responding to breakdowns and diagnosing equipment faults independently
• Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance
• Strong fault-finding experience across PLCs, sensors, drives and control panels
• Experience with mechanical equipment including bearings, gearboxes, conveyors and pumps
• Experience using a CMMS to complete maintenance work orders and update asset records
• Experience working with Permit to Work and safe isolation procedures

Qualifications & Experience:

• City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent engineering qualification (required)
• Mechanical and Electrical/E&I engineering qualification
• Experience with PLC fault-finding and control systems
• Experience with RCA and corrective actions
• Experience working within a BRCGS-accredited food manufacturing environment