The Role We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of site PLC software and electrical control systems for a food manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems while supporting and developing the wider engineering team. This role pays 55,000 and works Mon-Fri on 06:00-15:00. Key Responsibilities Writing, updating, and fault-finding PLC software and electrical systems (Siemens) Designing control panels, leading installations, and maintaining electrical drawings Delivering electrical improvement projects and liaising with OEMs Training and developing shift engineers and apprentices Maintaining software backups and producing user documentation Working in accordance with site H&S and hygiene policies What You'll Need Hands-on experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi PLCs Programming and fault diagnosis of VSDs (SEW, Lenze, Siemens, Danfoss) Experience with motor control circuits Qualified Engineer (Electrical) with a higher engineering qualification Strong communicator, team player, able to work under pressure Desirable: Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal, WinCC, Safety ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.
Jul 09, 2026
Full time
The Role We're looking for an experienced Automation Engineer to take ownership of site PLC software and electrical control systems for a food manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Site Engineering Manager, you'll be responsible for writing, maintaining, and troubleshooting automation systems while supporting and developing the wider engineering team. This role pays 55,000 and works Mon-Fri on 06:00-15:00. Key Responsibilities Writing, updating, and fault-finding PLC software and electrical systems (Siemens) Designing control panels, leading installations, and maintaining electrical drawings Delivering electrical improvement projects and liaising with OEMs Training and developing shift engineers and apprentices Maintaining software backups and producing user documentation Working in accordance with site H&S and hygiene policies What You'll Need Hands-on experience with Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Mitsubishi PLCs Programming and fault diagnosis of VSDs (SEW, Lenze, Siemens, Danfoss) Experience with motor control circuits Qualified Engineer (Electrical) with a higher engineering qualification Strong communicator, team player, able to work under pressure Desirable: Siemens Step 7, TIA Portal, WinCC, Safety ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.
Your New Company: Specialising in the manufacturing sector, this client offers a role within a small team of 3 engineers, within a state of art manufacturing facility for the right Electrical Maintenance Engineer. The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will ideally have experience of fast moving manufacturing environments with great electrical skills and sound mechanical knowledge. What is on offer for this Electrical Maintenance Engineer role? 55k Salary Double Days Pattern - Earlies (06:00-14:00) and Mids (14:00-22:00) Weekends off Deeside 18% Pension 70k+ earning potential with overtime Person Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Time served Electrical Maintenance Engineer, preferably from the Food/FMCG Industry COMPEX qualification is a plus Recognised Engineering qualification e.g. HNC/HND/ONC/OND Accustomed to fast paced and challenging working environments Multi-skilled engineer but with good electrical and mechanical aptitude Job Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: The ideal Electrical Maintenance Engineer will have a strong background in Food/FMCG engineering and be accustomed to fast paced environments. The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will work in partnership with the Maintenance manager, production staff and technicians to carry out repairs to process equipment and plant machinery. Electrical and mechanical aptitude required. Working to the expected hygiene standards within food production. Troubleshooting and practical fault finding on plant and mechanical/electrical machinery. Carry out planned inspection routes on process plant and proactive maintenance schedules. Following site H&S procedures and reporting any risks via the internal reporting process. ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Your New Company: Specialising in the manufacturing sector, this client offers a role within a small team of 3 engineers, within a state of art manufacturing facility for the right Electrical Maintenance Engineer. The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will ideally have experience of fast moving manufacturing environments with great electrical skills and sound mechanical knowledge. What is on offer for this Electrical Maintenance Engineer role? 55k Salary Double Days Pattern - Earlies (06:00-14:00) and Mids (14:00-22:00) Weekends off Deeside 18% Pension 70k+ earning potential with overtime Person Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Time served Electrical Maintenance Engineer, preferably from the Food/FMCG Industry COMPEX qualification is a plus Recognised Engineering qualification e.g. HNC/HND/ONC/OND Accustomed to fast paced and challenging working environments Multi-skilled engineer but with good electrical and mechanical aptitude Job Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: The ideal Electrical Maintenance Engineer will have a strong background in Food/FMCG engineering and be accustomed to fast paced environments. The Electrical Maintenance Engineer will work in partnership with the Maintenance manager, production staff and technicians to carry out repairs to process equipment and plant machinery. Electrical and mechanical aptitude required. Working to the expected hygiene standards within food production. Troubleshooting and practical fault finding on plant and mechanical/electrical machinery. Carry out planned inspection routes on process plant and proactive maintenance schedules. Following site H&S procedures and reporting any risks via the internal reporting process. ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.
Your New Company: Specialising in the FMCG sector, this client offers a diverse role within a company that operates within a booming industry. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, working within a large, busy manufacturing plant, you will be responsible for responding to break downs and working PPM's. What is on offer for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Circa £53,600 salary Shifts based role (Panama - break down listed below) Commutable from Ellesmere Port, Chester, Deeside, Flint, North Wales FMCG manufacturing business 4 on 4 off shifts (2 Days and 2 Nights) Job Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Work in partnership with the Engineering Manager, production staff and technicians to carry out repairs to process equipment and plant machinery. PLC fault finding skills Multi-skilled with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude. Responding to break downs and reactive maintenance. Troubleshooting and practical fault finding on plant and mechanical/electrical machinery. Following site H&S procedures and reporting any risks via the internal reporting process. Person Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Time served Electrical Maintenance Engineer, preferably from the Food/FMCG Industry Recognised Engineering qualification e.g. HNC/HND/ONC/OND Accustomed to fast paced and challenging working environments Working experience within highly automated environments ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.
Jul 07, 2026
Full time
Your New Company: Specialising in the FMCG sector, this client offers a diverse role within a company that operates within a booming industry. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, working within a large, busy manufacturing plant, you will be responsible for responding to break downs and working PPM's. What is on offer for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Circa £53,600 salary Shifts based role (Panama - break down listed below) Commutable from Ellesmere Port, Chester, Deeside, Flint, North Wales FMCG manufacturing business 4 on 4 off shifts (2 Days and 2 Nights) Job Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Work in partnership with the Engineering Manager, production staff and technicians to carry out repairs to process equipment and plant machinery. PLC fault finding skills Multi-skilled with strong electrical and mechanical aptitude. Responding to break downs and reactive maintenance. Troubleshooting and practical fault finding on plant and mechanical/electrical machinery. Following site H&S procedures and reporting any risks via the internal reporting process. Person Requirements for the Electrical Maintenance Engineer: Time served Electrical Maintenance Engineer, preferably from the Food/FMCG Industry Recognised Engineering qualification e.g. HNC/HND/ONC/OND Accustomed to fast paced and challenging working environments Working experience within highly automated environments ADR Specialists Ltd are an equal opportunity employer and operate as an Employment Business and Recruitment Agency.
