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Unifrax Electrical Maintenance Engineer in Derby, United Kingdom
Job Requirements
Job Title: Maintenance Engineer with Electrical Bias (60% electrical 40% mechanical)
Location: Derby, UK
Schedule: Monday to Friday, alternating two-week shifts (6 AM - 2 PM and 2 PM - 10 PM)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.
Why work for us?
Alkegen brings together two of the world’s leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we’re delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.
With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry’s most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.
Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with globe-spanning reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we’re always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us!
Job Requirements
Joining Alkegen Derby as a Maintenance Engineer opens the door to a dynamic role where your technical prowess can truly shine. Every day brings fresh challenges and opportunities to make a tangible impact on our plant's performance. At Alkegen Derby, we're at the forefront of manufacturing diverse products essential to the Aerospace, Automotive, and Gas Turbine industries. As part of our esteemed technical team, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our manufacturing processes.
As a Maintenance Engineer, you'll spearhead the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all systems within our plant. Collaborating closely with our dedicated maintenance team, you'll drive continuous improvement initiatives, tackle breakdowns, implement repairs, and execute planned maintenance activities.
Success in this role hinges not only on your technical acumen but also on your ability to work autonomously and communicate effectively. You'll be empowered to take proactive measures to prevent breakdowns, implement enhancements, and minimize downtime, ensuring seamless operations at every turn.
If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey where no two days are the same, and where your contributions directly shape the success of our plant, we want to hear from you. Join us at Alkegen Derby and be part of a team that's pushing the boundaries of manufacturing excellence.
Responsibilities:
To ensure all maintenance activities comply with relevant regulations, industry standards, and safety codes and to ensure that all maintenance activities are conducted safely including taking the appropriate precautions to mitigate risks.
To stay updated on regulatory requirements and implementing necessary measures to maintain compliance.
To ensure compliance and participation in areas including, STOP WORK processes, pre-task risk assessments (PTRA), safety inspections, permit to work processes and hazard identification and rectification.
To maintain high standards of housekeeping and organisation in all maintenance workshops to provide a safe and efficient working environment for the maintenance team.
To optimise the performance of machinery and equipment to maximise efficiency and productivity. This may include conducting performance analyses, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing modifications or upgrades to enhance equipment performance.
To liaise with the maintenance team and Technical Manager to ensure the adequate inventory of spare parts and consumables required for maintenance activities. This includes maintaining adequate stock levels and identifying critical spare parts.
To find new ways of optimising equipment and coming up with ideas for energy-saving opportunities including identifying opportunities for equipment upgrades or retrofits to reduce energy consumption and minimise environmental impacts.
To liaise with external vendors, contractors, and service providers for specialized maintenance services, equipment procurement, or technical support.
To work independently, conducting routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs without constant supervision.
To diagnose technical issues swiftly and accurately and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, identify root causes, and implement solutions expediently, even in the absence of direct oversight.
To act decisively and autonomously to restore equipment and plant functionality in the event of equipment failures or emergencies.
To remain composed under pressure, using experience and expertise to resolve issues promptly and minimize disruptions to operations.
Maintain and troubleshoot systems including power distribution and other operational technologies.
Perform maintenance on production equipment, material handling systems, and dust collection equipment.
Manage tasks involving electrical controls, PLCs, VSDs, servo motors, HMIs, and motor control systems.
Execute preventive maintenance routines (PPMs) and review work order assignments.
Use both power and hand tools for various maintenance, electrical, and electronic tasks.
Observe, report, and rectify discrepancies in facilities and equipment independently.
Ensure safety by identifying hazards and taking corrective actions.
Maintain detailed records and logs related to equipment history and operations.
Essential Criteria:
5+ years of electrical engineering background with mechanical proficiency (60% electrical 40% mechanical)
5+ years experience in a process driven manufacturing environment.
Demonstratable track record of performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting equipment issues, and completing repairs effectively and cost efficiently.
Professional qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (HNC or higher).
Testing and Inspection as IET Wiring Regulations - Level 3
Candidate must demonstrate a proactive demeanour, demonstrating a strong inclination towards practical engagement and a willingness to actively participate in hands-on tasks.
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex systems and provide effective solutions.
Desirable Criteria:
City & Guilds 2391 Certificate or equivalent.
Higher National Diploma or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
Certified in IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition).
Completion of a recognised apprenticeship in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
Experience in utilizing data-driven techniques for maintenance management and optimization.
Benefits:
Competitive salary with a 6% potential annual bonus.
25 days of annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays, increasing to a maximum of 30 days after 7 years of service.
5% employer pension contributions.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits through BHSF.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
Participation in the Cycle to Work Scheme.
Numerous professional development opportunities.
If you are interested in being part of a world class function here at Alkegen then we would love to hear from you.
At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran’s status, or any other protected class.
Alkegen is a specialty materials leader serving mission-critical systems that the world is focused on for the future, including: battery technologies, electric vehicles, filtration media, and specialty insulation materials that enable customers to reduce fossil fuel consumption, save energy, and live greener.
We help people breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.
Our experience speaks for itself. We are a vertically integrated manufacturer with the global reach and talent to solve your most demanding applications.
With 60 manufacturing facilities and 9,000+ highly skilled employees located around the world, we can solve any challenge.
Dedicated to sustainability and human health, we are uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.