Multi Skilled Engineer

Job Title: Multi Skilled Engineer Location: Birmingham Day Rate: Competitive Job Type: 3 Months Contract Key Multi Skilled Engineer Responsibilities: * Respond to breakdown calls as the first responder on shift *…

Contract type Contract
Posted 17 September 2026

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Job Title: Multi Skilled Engineer

Location: Birmingham

Day Rate: Competitive

Job Type: 3 Months Contract

Key Multi Skilled Engineer Responsibilities:

* Respond to breakdown calls as the first responder on shift

* Diagnose faults across mechanical and electrical/instrumentation systems independently

* Carry out emergency repairs safely under Lead Engineer direction

* Perform fault-finding on PLCs, sensors, drives and control panels

* Carry out mechanical repairs including bearings, gearboxes, conveyors and pumps

* Carry out electrical repairs including motors, starters, switchgear and wiring faults

* Safely isolate and reinstate equipment under Permit to Work procedures

* Complete CMMS breakdown work orders with accurate fault descriptions and actions taken

* Provide technical input to Lead Engineer during RCA investigations

* Support production restart and sign off equipment for return to service

* Execute PPM work orders assigned by the Lead Engineer through the CMMS

* Carry out condition monitoring including vibration, thermal imaging and lubrication

* Perform electrical testing including insulation resistance, earth continuity and PAT

* Inspect and maintain control panels, junction boxes and cable runs

Required Multi Skilled Engineer Experience:

Essential Experience:

* Strong hands-on mechanical and electrical engineering experience

* Experience working within FMCG, food manufacturing or high-volume manufacturing

* Strong experience responding to breakdowns and diagnosing equipment faults independently

* Experience carrying out both planned and reactive maintenance

* Strong fault-finding experience across PLCs, sensors, drives and control panels

* Experience with mechanical equipment including bearings, gearboxes, conveyors and pumps

* Experience using a CMMS to complete maintenance work orders and update asset records

* Experience working with Permit to Work and safe isolation procedures

Qualifications & Experience:

* City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent engineering qualification (required)

* Mechanical and Electrical/E&I engineering qualification

* Experience with PLC fault-finding and control systems

* Experience with RCA and corrective actions

* Experience working within a BRCGS-accredited food manufacturing environment

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