Electrical Maintenance Engineer
1 day ago
Glasgow
Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) Location: Glasgow Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits Shift Pattern: 4 x 10-hour shifts (Sunday to Wednesday Nights OR Monday to Thursday Days) • Night Shift: Sunday 9pm–7am, Monday to Wednesday 7pm–5am, • Day Shift: Monday to Thursday 7am–5pm Escape Recruitment are looking for a hands-on Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to join a high-performing, fast-moving production team in Glasgow. You’ll be part of a skilled engineering department dedicated to keeping our modern manufacturing lines running at peak performance - tackling electrical challenges, and driving improvements every day. If you thrive on variety, enjoy problem-solving, and take pride in keeping operations running smoothly, this role offers you the chance to make a real impact within a progressive and supportive environment. What You’ll Do • Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a diverse range of production machinery and automated systems., • Diagnose and repair electrical faults to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficiency., • Take the lead on continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on reliability, safety, and performance., • Work collaboratively with operations and engineering teams to optimise production efficiency and identify root causes of equipment issues., • Maintain, fault-find, and repair PLC-controlled systems, drives, motors, sensors, and electrical control panels., • Support with the installation and commissioning of new machinery and site upgrades., • Ensure all maintenance work is accurately documented and compliant with site standards. About You • Time-served engineer with a recognised electrical qualification (HNC, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent)., • You have a strong electrical bias, with sound knowledge of mechanical systems., • Confident in electrical fault-finding, interpreting schematics, and working with PLCs, drives, and control systems., • Proactive and self-motivated, with a track record of improving reliability and reducing downtime., • Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment., • Previous experience in a manufacturing or automated production setting would be advantageous. Why Join our clients business? This is more than just maintenance - it’s about being part of a team that keeps innovation moving. You’ll join a business that values expertise, invests in development, and empowers its engineers to make meaningful improvements. • Competitive salary (£40,000 – £45,000 DOE), • Stable shift pattern (no weekend rotation), • Overtime and progression opportunities, • Ongoing training and career development, • Modern, well-equipped working environment, • Supportive, forward-thinking team culture If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a role where every day brings new challenges and opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.