Job Description

PLC & Electrical Engineer

We are partnering with a leading company in the

defence sector

seeking a highly skilled

PLC & Electrical Maintenance Engineer

to join its growing engineering team. This role is ideal for an experienced professional with strong PLC programming and electrical maintenance expertise who thrives in a technically challenging, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Program, modify, and upgrade PLCs

, HMIs, and control panels to support automation and system improvements.

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair

faults across complex electronic and electrical systems to minimize downtime. Provide

reactive and preventative maintenance

support across all production and test departments.

Optimise control systems

to enhance equipment reliability, safety, and performance. Collaborate with engineering and project teams to

install and commission

new automation equipment and control systems. Ensure

compliance with safety standards

, internal audits, and industry regulations. Contribute to

continuous improvement initiatives

, focusing on process efficiency and reliability.

Skills and Qualifications:

Proven experience in an

industrial, defence, or manufacturing environment

with strong electrical and control system maintenance background.

Hands-on PLC experience

(Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Mitsubishi preferred) including programming, fault-finding, and system integration. Proficiency with

variable speed drives, inverters, and motion/vibration control systems.

Strong understanding of

electrical schematics, instrumentation, and automation systems.

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure in time-critical situations. Relevant qualifications in

Electrical / Electronic Engineering

(HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent).
If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to join a team driving excellence in the defence industry

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 40,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person