POSITION: Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrically Biased)
LOCATION: Northampton
SALARY: £58k + Overtime + Benefits
JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Company
We are working on behalf of a highly innovative and growing engineering business operating at the forefront of automation and robotics. This organisation delivers cutting‑edge solutions across manufacturing and industrial environments, with a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Due to ongoing growth and project demand, they are now looking to recruit a Lead Multi-Skilled Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join their skilled engineering team.
The Role
As a Lead Multi‑Skilled Engineer, you will play a key role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving advanced automated and robotic systems. This is a hands‑on position requiring both electrical expertise and a solid understanding of mechanical systems. You will be involved in fault finding, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement of production equipment, ensuring maximum uptime and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Electrical fault finding on automated machinery and robotic systems
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance across production equipment
- Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
- Basic to intermediate PLC programming, fault finding, and modification
- Support continuous improvement and automation projects
- Work collaboratively with production and engineering teams to minimise downtime
- Ensure all work is carried out in line with health & safety standards
Requirements
- Electrically biased Multi-Skilled Engineer
- City & Guilds Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
- Proven experience in an automation, robotics, or manufacturing environment
- Experience with PLC systems (reading, fault finding, and basic modifications)
- Strong fault‑finding and problem‑solving skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable Skills
- Experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, or similar PLC systems
- Knowledge of robotics systems (e.g. ABB, FANUC, KUKA)
- Previous experience in high‑speed or automated production environments
What’s On Offer
- Competitive salary with overtime opportunities
- Opportunity to work with advanced automation and robotics technology
- Ongoing training and career development
- Supportive and forward‑thinking engineering team
- Exposure to innovative projects and continuous improvement initiatives
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