Electrical Engineer - #2171211

Multiskilled Engineering Technician
£40,000-£50,000

Cardiff

Are you someone who thrives on solving technical challenges and making a real impact? We are working with a manufacturing organisation that is investing in growth and efficiency. This is your chance to join a team where your practical engineering skills will be truly valued and utilised to unlock greater production capacity.

This organisation is committed to continuous improvement and values engineers who don't just fix problems but work proactively to prevent them. The role offers the opportunity to develop your expertise in a collaborative environment, working on complex machinery and automation systems that directly contribute to the company's success.

If you like working hands-on, enjoy improving processes, and want to be part of a business that values practical skills alongside technical knowledge, then this could be your next role. The organisation provides a stable setting where your input genuinely matters, and you can develop your career through varied projects and ongoing learning.

This is what you'll be doing

As a Process/Engineering Technician, you will:

• Investigate faults on machinery, supporting breakdowns to reduce downtime and improve output.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by establishing root causes and implementing lasting solutions.
• Support automation and electrical systems, including interacting with data links and uploading/downloading PLC programs.
• Work closely with the team on process validation, OEE, and quality standards.

This is what you'll bring to the team

To succeed as a Electrical Engineering Technician, you will:

• Have hands-on experience working with machinery and electrical/automation systems.
• Be comfortable troubleshooting faults and supporting process improvements.
• Show familiarity with regulated manufacturing environments, ideally with knowledge of process validation and OEE.
• Possess an understanding of PLC systems and fault-finding techniques.
• Be proactive, practical, and committed to delivering lasting improvements in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in sectors like medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or food manufacturing is advantageous but not essential.

What you'll get in return

• A salary of up to £50,000, depending on experience.
• Rotating 2 shift pattern with potential for additional shift allowance.
• Opportunities to develop your technical skills in automation, process validation, and continuous improvement.
• A collaborative team environment with a focus on practical problem-solving.
• Support for ongoing training and career development.

Are you up to the challenge?

Are you what we're looking for? Please get in touch today with engineering specialist recruiter, Andy Jones.

Please apply with a CV and feel free to include a cover letter outlining why you're perfect for the role. We also have a referral scheme so if you know of someone who would be great for the role please get in touch.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.