Maintenance Electrician

Big things are happening at Pirelli Carlisle! Due to major investment in automation, automated warehousing and AGV technology, we're building the factory of the future and are seeking talented Maintenance Electricians to join us in this exciting journey.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a state-of-the-art project which will drive the future of Pirelli UK.

If you're an experienced electrical engineer looking to work with modern PLC-controlled equipment, advanced automation and a team that's driving real change, we'd love to hear from you.  

The successful applicant will work 40 hours per week. 

We are looking for successful applicants to work the following shift patterns.

Days from 08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday, candidates must also have the flexibility to cover a 3-shift rotating pattern and weekends when necessary.  Basic salary will be £47,050 per annum

Monday to Friday 3-shift rotating pattern. Basic salary will be £52,416 per annum

Weekend shift pattern which comprises of 2 x 12 hour shifts on a weekend and 2 x 8 hour shifts during the week.  Basic salary will be £65,733 per annum 

Working within the Maintenance Department, and with the support and direction of the Maintenance Leadership Team, the Maintenance Electrician will ensure all equipment is operating to the required standards to ensure safe operation and to maintain production

requirements and quality standards. 

The objective is to improve the Safety, Quality and Overall Efficiency of the department, concentrating primarily on the maintenance aspects that can contribute to this improvement.

Candidates will use their knowledge and skills to fault-find and diagnose electrical problems on PLC controlled machinery within a complex and high volume manufacturing area.  Experience with AC/DC motors and Servo Drive systems is desirable. The post also calls for the ability to carry out electrical installation duties.

Main duties include (but are not limited to):

The repair and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and components as required

Fault Finding of automated electrical systems, using PLC diagnostic skills

Fault Finding/diagnostics on Pirelli Network systems at machine level with support of the IT dept

Regular preventative maintenance testing of electrical systems, equipment and components

Assist other electrical and mechanical team members to complete required maintenance work

To ensure all electrical components in the area are functioning correctly

Comply with all safety norms and regulations of working

Complete all tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Following all standard operating procedures of working

Attending relevant training and development activities

Training and Mentoring Apprentices

Candidates must be comfortable working within a team environment where highly developed interpersonal skills are essential and where initiative is required to solve problems. Previous experience in a high volume modern manufacturing environment is desirable.  Applicants must be time-served and 17th/18th Edition qualification would be preferred.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following abilities:

Education and professional background:

Time served electrical engineer with appropriate technical qualifications

HNC qualified or 3 years industrial experience

17th/18th Edition qualification would be preferred

Professional and personal aptitudes:

A sound problem solving ability

Good communication and people management skills

Sound technical knowledge of the processes and machinery

Self-motivated, focussed and able to work on own initiative

High level of resilience and able to work effectively under pressure

Good organisation and IT skills

Ability to read and understand electrical control drawings

Knowledge of Siemens PLC control (Step7, TIA Portal)

Knowledge of Siemens Sinamics drive control (S120, G120)

Knowledge of PLC-PLC, PLC to database communication, Barcode scanning systems and other industrial communication systems would be desired

Good knowledge of single and three-phased systems

Ability to diagnose AC/DC Motors faults

Employee benefits include:

33 days holiday per year (inclusive of bank holidays)

Pension scheme with linked life insurance

Service related payment

Employee discount scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounted tyre vouchers

Bike to work scheme (salary sacrifice)

Car scheme (salary sacrifice)

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit the Careers section of our Website