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Electrical and or Mechanical Engineer
Job Posted: 16 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Expire in: 12 days
Job Description
DK Recruitment are working with a global Manufacturer who are looking to offer an experienced and qualified Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technician a new career and join their successful team based in Plymouth.
An Engineering Technician is required to join the production team to undertake a wide range of engineering‑related activities associated with our manufacturing processes.
Working collaboratively with technical associates, you will diagnose and resolve equipment issues, drive improvements in machine performance, and support engineering contractors working onsite.
This role is on a night shift, where you will work 3 days on, 3 days off shift pattern, working (Apply online only).
Main responsibilities will include:
* Providing specialist technical support to associates by diagnosing and resolving complex machine‑related issues, acting as the primary problem solver for engineering and technical teams, and implementing robust engineering solutions that prevent future recurrence.
* Identifying improvements to current equipment that deliver Health & Safety benefits, reduce costs, boost productivity, or enhance quality.
* Ensuring all manufacturing equipment is set up and produces product according to established standards and validated settings.
* Ensuring active participation in regular team meetings and contributing to project teams as required. Maintaining clear communication and effective information transfer within and between shifts, while working efficiently and collaborating with moulding process engineering and other support functions to meet production targets.
* Supporting the ongoing development of technical and moulding associates by providing coaching, guidance, and training, supporting effective knowledge transfer from engineering, and promoting quality workmanship and good practices across the shift.
Qualifications & Experience Required:
* A Level 3 qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), or proven experience working in a highly automated manufacturing environment, ideally within a moulding discipline.
* Strong IT skills, including the ability to use SAP for logging maintenance activities, ordering parts, and using system data to support fault diagnosis.
* A strong engineering aptitude with the ability to fault‑find and resolve technical problems effectively.
* Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, robotics, electrical systems, and servo technologies is desirable.
* Excellent communication skills with a positive, supportive attitude and the patience needed to mentor and guide less experienced associates
Company Benefits:
Matched contribution Pension scheme up to 10% of salary
Life assurance and critical illness cover
Private Medical Insurance
Share save scheme – matched up to £150/month
Reward & recognition scheme linked to Health and Safety and Continuous Improvement
Employee Assistance Program, supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme
Subsidised canteen
Free car parking
24 days holiday (25 after 5 years)Before You Apply
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