Electrical Fitter

Company – Our client specialises in the design, supply, installation and commissioning of all aspects of logistic, line control and handling equipment within the manufacturing and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sectors. We continually improve our designs to create an abundance of tailormade and innovative solutions for our customers in the Food & Beverage, Healthcare and Homecare markets. Ensuring that each customer receives the best quality in product and service. Salary – up to 35k (plus van / bonus / overtime / uplifts) can look to earn up to 1k to 2k per month in overtime. Location –Manchester Job description: Under the leadership of our directors and in collaboration with our engineers, you will have the following important responsibilities including: * Performing timely and accurate service inhouse and in customer’s plants, such as installation, commissioning, troubleshooting or repair to inspection equipment * Electrical Installation and removal of Original Equipment Manufacturer machinery and conveyor systems and any other bespoke parts at ICS workshop/onsite * Software and program tweaking for the proper installation, maintenance, commissioning and service of specialised line control and handling equipment * Frequently working alone and unsupervised (please refer to the Detailed Job Description below) * Creative learning in ICS Software applications in Robotics & PLC applications * Responsible for projects from concept to completion as requested. * Ability to manage many different jobs at any one time using both yours and directors’ judgement to prioritise these jobs. * Supporting other engineers in the build processes within the workshop and onsite * Manage Company resources through effective and appropriate use and maintenance of equipment, tools, supplies, phones, and energy. * Installations onsite throughout the UK and Ireland, occasionally throughout Europe * Must have ability to travel 70% of the time (domestic and foreign) to various unanticipated client sites. * Add electrical containment and pull cables in between panels/machines, connect all electrical equipment and test electrical cables if needed. * Test new equipment for correct operation. Qualifications: * Higher National Diploma / Certificate or higher degree in Electrical & Electronic Eng, Mechatronic Eng, Electrical Control Eng, Electrical & Computer Eng or Robotics & Automation Eng * Edition 17/18 electrical qualification * Experience in PLC programming using Siemens Simatic Step 7 and TIA (Allen Bradley rslogix 5000 is a plus) * Electrical fitting experience in FMCG production lines. * Strong computer skills are required (including Microsoft office and other ‘windows’ packages) * Have good rapport and communication skills with customers. * Have good project management skills to manage our European installations teams during larger projects Job Type: Permanent. Salary: £30000 - £35000/annum OTE earnings and overtime available.

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