Electrical Maintenance Engineer
Salary: £39,000 - £45,000
Location: Leeds
 

• Have you got Electrical Engineering Experience?
• Are you looking for your next long-term progressive career move?
• Do you have excellent maintenance skills?
• Are you wanting to be part of an award-winning family run business?

 
If you answered yes, then we want to hear from you.
 
The Opportunity
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer to be part of a well-established team based in Leeds. As a leader in their field, our client take pride in their heritage and products whilst maintaining to achieve to be the most sustainable industry. This opportunity would be a fantastic time to join our client and be part of their growth and development. This role is key to ensure that the functionality of the needs of the business can continue to develop.
 
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer with specialised skills in maintaining, troubleshooting, and improving electrical and automation systems in an industrial setting.  The role will consist of ensuring the safety and efficient operation of all electrical assets across all sites are carried out including any electrical work as required.

• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of Servo Motor Systems including tuning and programming, execute component replacements or repairs to uphold precise motion control standards
• Oversee the maintenance repair and troubleshooting of 3-phase AC and DC motors and their control systems, handling motor installations, wiring and connections
• Manage encoders and feedback systems for optimal position and speed control. Conduct troubleshooting and replacements needed
• Assemble and wire electrical panels in accordance with schematics and wiring diagrams, ensuring compliance with safety records
• Carry out both preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide range of electrical and automation equipment
• Maintain comprehensive record of all maintenance activities, adjustments to PLC/HMI systems, and updates to electrical schematics and panel layouts
• Work closely with Engineering and production teams and offer technical support when needed

 
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of servo motor systems, 3-phase AC/DC motors, encoders, feedback systems, panel building, and wiring, along with a strong foundation in PLC/HMI troubleshooting. This role demands a high level of precision, expertise in motion control, and a commitment to ensuring equipment reliability and performance.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality workshop
• Flexibility to work in shifts and respond tasks that may require climbing, lifting and working in confined spaces
• A driving license is necessary
• A cherry picker license would be an advantage but not necessary
• Programming experience would be an advantage but not necessary

 
If the above is of interest to you then click to apply! Or, if you would like more information, then pick up the phone, call Pertemps (Leeds) and ask for Callum Burchell