Engineer

Engineer Location East Kilbride Salary: £50K The Opportunity We're working with a well-established food manufacturing business seeking a skilled Multiskilled Maintenance Engineer to support high-performing production operations. This is a hands-on role focused on maximising uptime, improving reliability, and driving continuous improvement across modern production lines. Key Responsibilities Maintenance & Reliability Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on production equipment Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs on electrical and mechanical systems Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise downtimeEquipment & Projects Support installation and commissioning of new machinery Assist with automation upgrades and control system integration Contribute to engineering and site improvement projectsContinuous Improvement Work closely with production teams to drive efficiency improvements Conduct root cause analysis and implement long-term solutions Support lean initiatives (e.g. Kaizen, TPM)Compliance & Standards Ensure all work meets H&S, electrical, and food safety standards Follow industry requirements including BRC and HACCP Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentationSite Support Supervise external contractors on site Participate in audits, inspections, and risk assessments Contribute to improving overall engineering standards About You Essential NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering or similar Proven experience in a food or FMCG manufacturing environment Strong electrical fault-finding and problem-solving skills Experience with PLCs, automation, and industrial systems Ability to read and interpret electrical drawingsDesirable Knowledge of preventative maintenance systems Understanding of lean manufacturing principles Familiarity with BRC / HACCP standards What We're Looking For Proactive and self-motivated with strong ownership Team player with excellent communication skills Able to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment Continuous improvement mindset Why Apply? Join a stable and growing manufacturing business Opportunity to work with modern equipment and systems Play a key role in improving production efficiency Supportive team environment with ongoing development Interested? If you're a hands-on engineer looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you