Electrical Engineer | Shift Based

Due to a recent retirement, we are recruiting an Electrical Engineer to join our team based at our manufacturing site in Howden, East Yorkshire. This role will support proactive/preventative maintenance of our manufacturing equipment, services, utilities, and improvement projects and provide support to reactive breakdown maintenance as required.

The ideal candidate could have either completed an engineering apprenticeship or have relevant engineering qualifications with proven manufacturing or industrial experience. Additionally, a good understanding of manufacturing processes within an FMCG environment. 

Band A 

Hiring Manager | Adam Pickles 

Pay rate | £53,827.28 per annum (Inclusive of Basic rate, shift & disturbance allowance) 

Shift pattern: 

• Week 1 - Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 6am-6pm
• Week 2 - Monday, Tuesday - 6am-6pm, Wednesday, Thursday - 6pm-6am
• Week 3 - Sunday, Monday, Tuesday - 6pm-6am
• 7 days off

Why join Howdens as an Electrical Engineer:

• Play a key role in an exciting period of growth for the company as we work towards achieving our 5-year growth target.
• Major investment in manufacturing capabilities across the Howdens manufacturing sites.
• Join an impressive team of around 100 engineers of various disciplines.
• Opportunity to progress and develop across the business.
• We offer the opportunity to upskill with internal and external training offered.

What would you be doing as an Electrical Engineer:

• Proactive and preventative maintenance
• Reactive breakdown maintenance
• Continual improvement projects
• Ownership and development of specific production line maintenance
• Supporting and engaging with lean manufacturing techniques

Key skills and experience required:

• Experienced in maintaining multi-axis (CNC) manufacturing machinery & Extraction plants
• Experience in a woodworking manufacturing plant – desirable
• Knowledge and experience of Siemens s7 PLC, PLC, Pilz Safety PLC, and PLC experience would be desirable
• PUWER experience would be desirable
• Fault finding, root-cause analysis and corrective actions 
• Experience with computerised maintenance management systems
• NVQ Level 3 essential 

How to Apply:

The closing date is Sunday, 4th January, and successful applicants will be contacted in the New Year.

Before you apply, please speak to your manager so that they are aware of your interest in this role. You will also need to attach a CV and Cover Letter. Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change.

If you have any questions or need any further support or information, please contact Lauren Hardaker, Recruitment Advisor, or any member of the recruitment team.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email recruitmentteam@howdens.com with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.