W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer of homecare and cleaning products based in Redditch. It is known for its innovative, high-quality products supplied across UK retail and international markets. The business is now seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support operations at their Redditch manufacturing facility.
This is a key role within the Engineering and Maintenance team, responsible for ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of electrical systems and production equipment across the site.
The Role
The successful candidate will play an important part in maintaining and improving site equipment performance, with a 70:30 bias towards electrical engineering, while still supporting mechanical maintenance activities where required.
Working closely with production, maintenance, and technical teams, the Electrical Engineer will help ensure minimal downtime, improve asset reliability, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the manufacturing operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment
- Diagnose and repair electrical faults on production machinery, control panels, and automated systems
- Support mechanical maintenance activities where required across the site
- Work collaboratively with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams to minimise downtime and maintain operational performance
- Assist with installation, commissioning, and modification of new equipment and machinery
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve machine efficiency, reliability, and safety
- Maintain accurate maintenance records using site systems and documentation processes
- Ensure all engineering activities comply with site safety procedures and regulatory standards
- Assist in root cause analysis and implementation of corrective actions following equipment failures
- Participate in improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Key Requirements
- Proven experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment
- Strong electrical engineering background (approximately 70%), with good mechanical knowledge
- Experience with PLC fault finding, electrical control systems, and industrial machinery
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
- Experience with preventative maintenance systems and continuous improvement practices
- Strong problem-solving and fault-finding skills
- Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Ability to prioritise workload and remain calm under pressure
- Proactive, reliable, and demonstrates a strong "can-do" attitude
- Electrical engineering qualifications such as NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND or equivalent are desirable.
Salary & Benefits
A competitive salary plus a benefits package is on offer.
The role is based in Redditch and offers the opportunity to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business, where you can play an important role in maintaining and improving the performance of a fast-paced production environment.