K.A.G. Recruitment is delighted to be exclusively partnering with our client one of the largest single site animal by-product and pet food ingredient supplier in the UK who are looking to recruit an Electrical Engineer to join their existing team at their site based in Stoke On Trent.

Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Stoke On Trent
Salary: Upto 50,166 DOE
Hours of Work: 4 on/4 off (Days/Nights) 6 - 6

Duties & Responsibilities

Working as part of the wider Engineering team, you will efficiently deliver PPM and reactive maintenance across the site, working alongside Mechanical engineers on a 4 on 4 off (days/nights) rotating shift pattern.

This role will involve responding to Engineering breakdowns, fault finding, testing & inspection of both the plant and equipment and undertaking any reactive maintenance highlighted by the PPM system database. You will also be required to carry out installation to project works and isolations in line with Safe Working Procedures.

You will have experience in a similar role and possess relevant engineering-related qualifications along with 18th Edition Regulations, knowledge of Mitsubishi/Siemens PLC’s, Danfoss Drives and SCADA controlled systems.

Our client prides itself on having a wealth of both experience and longevity within their Engineering team so if you are looking for an employer who values long service and development this is absolutely the right opportunity for you.

Hybrid - 2 days working from home

Are you an experienced Control Engineer ready to take technical ownership of complex projects?
Do you enjoy leading from the front while remaining hands-on with PLC and SCADA development?
Are you looking for a role where your decisions shape standards, safety and delivery?

What’s in it for you?
£50,000 - £60,000 salary
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
5% pension contribution
Private healthcare
Death in service benefit
2 days working from home
Option to purchase up to 5 additional holidays
Employee assistance programme
Overtime available

What will you be doing?
Taking technical responsibility for complex control system projects from design through to commissioning
Acting as Lead Engineer on allocated projects, setting technical direction and ensuring quality standards are met
Overseeing and supporting engineers, reviewing designs and resolving technical challenges
Translating user requirements into robust PLC, SCADA and HMI solutions
Defining system architectures, network design and control philosophies
Carrying out detailed software design, configuration and testing
Leading FAT activities and supporting SAT and on-site commissioning
Working closely with Project Managers to manage risk, programme and technical scope

Where will you be doing it?
You’ll be joining a long-established engineering organisation delivering essential infrastructure projects across the UK. The business supports clients in safeguarding water supplies, improving environmental performance and extending the life of critical assets.

Working within a multidisciplinary design and build environment, you’ll contribute to projects across water, power, energy, pharmaceutical, nuclear, and food and beverage sectors. The focus is on safe delivery, technical integrity and long-term client partnerships.

What you’ll need:
Significant experience in PLC and HMI software development using at least two platforms (e.g. Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi or Schneider)
Strong SCADA development and integration experience
Proven experience leading control system projects across the full lifecycle
Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols including EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS DP/PA and Modbus TCP/IP
Experience integrating Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) and field devices
Strong knowledge of electrical safety standards and safe systems of work
Ability to review, challenge and approve technical designs
Confident in mentoring and guiding junior engineers

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The Maintenance Engineer vacancy is working with a market leading Manufacturing firm in the Keele area. The position offers excellent opportunities for both training and career development and development. Fully automated site working with a market leading Manufacturing company with premium overtime rates to enhance your earnings.

What’s in it for your as a Maintenance Engineer:

• Hours of work - Days and Nights 4 on 4 off - 6:30am to 6:30pm
• Salary - £54,000 per annum (Including Shift Allowance)
• Location - Keele, Staffordshire
• Annual KPI Bonus
• OT paid at 1.5 and 2x
• Completive Pension - Matched up to 15%
• Employee Benefits Package Including Company Share Scheme
• Training and career Development Opportunities
• Life Insurance 4x Salary
• Private Healthcare Plan

Main Duties & Responsibilities of Maintenance Engineer include:

• Providing plant-wide maintenance service, departmental support and repairs ensuring that all production targets are maintained, maintaining factory manufacturing machinery
• Monitor & supply Engineering support of machine set-up & changeovers to ensure that the product conforms to any quality assurance standards and ensuring changeovers are as efficient as possible.
• Working with Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Conveyors and other core Mechanical Systems. Working with PLC’s, Motors, Safety Circuits and other Electrical Control Systems.

Experience and Qualifications Required for Maintenance Engineer:

• Apprentice trained or experienced in similar positions or Mechanical or Electrical Engineering qualifications such as (C&G, ONC, NVQ 3, 18th Edition or equivalent is desirable)
• High degree of Health & Safety awareness.

To apply for the Maintenance Engineer position, please click ‘Apply Now’ and attach your most up to date CV. Alternatively, please contact Joe Quartley at E3 Recruitment for more information.

Stoke-on-Trent, 4 on 4 off

£45,000 to £50,000 + Career Progression + Training + Company Pension + health and Wellbeing Programme + Company Benefits

Are you an Electrical Engineer or similar with a background in the Manufacturing industry, looking to join an industry leader in environmental solutions for food waste, which heavily invests in their technology and employees, offering great training and career progression opportunities?

Do you want to join an industry leader in environmental solutions using food-waste to create biomass fuels as well as pet food ingredients, which heavily invest in themselves, focuses on safety and quality at the forefront, offering great career progression opportunities and training opportunities to help you gain more qualifications such as PLC training?

On offer is the opportunity for an Electrical Engineer or similar to join an experienced team of engineers that conduct troubleshooting as well as routine/reactive upgrading and servicing to ensure that the advanced and high-quality machinery is kept to the highest standards of safety, quality and hygiene. The offer also includes opportunity to progress into senior engineering positions.

In this role as an Electrical Engineer, you will respond to breakdowns, fault finding, testing & inspection of plant and equipment, communicated through your own personal tablet using the PPM System database. Working on PLCs, Danfoss Drives and SCADA controlled systems, as well as carrying out installation and improvements on machinery.

This role would suit an Electrical Engineer with a background in manufacturing or similar with experience, with ideal experience with PLCs, Danfoss Drives and SCADA controlled systems, as well as the relevant qualifications such as the 18th edition.

The Role

• Reactive and Scheduled Maintenance
• Electrical Engineering
• 4 on 4 off

The Person

• Electrical Engineer
• Preferable background on PLCs
• Uk Driving license

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Keywords: Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing, Reactive, Maintenance, Repair, 4 on 4 off Pattern, Fault Finding, Installation, Cheddleton, Stoke-on-Trent, Chester, Overtime, Progression, Training

If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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Job Overview:Working with our client, an established injection moulding manufacturer we are looking for a Mould Engineer to join their team at a time of growth and business development.

Benefits:

• A range of healthcare options
• Employee Committees for Health & Wellbeing and Inclusion & Diversity
• Engagement & Wellbeing initiatives
• Employee referral programme
• Enhanced Family friendly policies

Remit:

• This role would suit a Process Engineer with a strong tooling and NPI background within injection moulding or compression moulding environments.
• The right candidate should have a background in injection moulding tooling, tool design, NPI project management, supplier liaison, and mould qualification within a manufacturing setting.
• This role would be a great opportunity for an injection moulding engineer with a tooling bias to join a forward-thinking and growing company that places strong importance on developing and training its staff.
• Having the flexibility for travel supporting the 3 x plant locations and some overseas design review travel to China.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee design of new moulds with suppliers and modify existing tooling based on product requirements.
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing methods for mould construction.
• Prepare and manage technical documentation
• Ensure all moulds meet company and industry quality standards.
• Lead tooling introduction projects (NPI, replacement, and optimisation) within a stage-gate process.
• Liaise with international and domestic toolmakers to review and refine tool designs for quality, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
• Contribute to mould qualification activities (DIOPQ, IQ/OQ/PQ) and shop-floor optimisation support.
• Support engineering in developing standard procedures and best practices for mould handling and tool introductions.
• Introduce new techniques and technologies to improve efficiency and extend mould life.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with quality, operations, and design teams to address defects or non-conformances.
• Contribute to training plans for production and maintenance teams on proper mould care and handling.

Requirements:

• 3+ years experience in low/high-pressure injection moulding and/or compression moulding.
• Proven experience with thermoplastic and/or thermosetting tooling processes.
• Strong CAD skills (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and familiarity with PDM systems.
• Knowledge of mould flow simulation (desirable).
• Strong understanding of materials science, machining processes, and mould manufacturing methods.
• Experience with structured tooling qualification processes (IQ/OQ/PQ/DIOPQ desirable).
• Experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methods (preferred).

Key Words: “Mould Engineer”, “Tooling Engineer”, “Injection Moulding Engineer, Mould Design Specialist, Tooling Development”, “NPI Tooling Engineer, Mould Optimisation Engineer, Manufacturing Tool Engineer, Process & Tooling Engineer, Mould Qualification Specialist”

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Sierra 57 Consult

Technical Engineering & Manufacturing Recruitment Specialist Plastics, Packaging & Precision Engineering

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Multi-Skilled Engineering Supervisor

Our client is a well-established and stable business. They are looking for an experienced Multi-Skilled Engineering Supervisor to lead a team and mentor an apprentice within their manufacturing site in Stoke-on-Trent.

The Multi-Skilled Engineering Supervisor will be responsible for:

Carrying out the maintenance, repair or installation of all plant equipment

• Assist in the provision of a reactive maintenance service as required during normal working hours and as required outside of working hours.

• To clearly identify and record concise details of actions taken when rectifying breakdowns and further action required to eliminate or minimize future problems. Ensuring that records are always kept up to date.

• To ensure that all relevant health safety, COSHH and environmental permit regulations are always adhered to.

• To issue permits as required to any contractors, ensuring that they have provided a risk assessment and method statement before any work commences. Ensuring that they follow the agreed work and permit conditions and that they always follow all H & S and environmental requirements.

The ideal Multi-Skilled Engineering Supervisor will need to be/have:

• Qualification in mechanical and/or electrical engineering (Electrical bias preferred)
• Willing to lead the team and guide an apprentice engineer (elec principles installation etc).
• 5-10 years engineering experience in a manufacturing facility.
• Ability to multi-task across mechanical, electrical and building disciplines as per your skill set / business requirements.
• Good time management and organisation skills
• Analyse and provide technical advice and solutions to problems.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work cohesively with multi department teams.
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical staff.
• A good understanding of the interrelationship between assets and their maintenance and lifecycle.
• Working knowledge of health & safety and environmental current legislation and guidance.

This Multi-Skilled Engineering Supervisor role is a permanent position working Mon-Friday. Offering a competitive package including a basic up to 48K.

If you would like to find out more about this Engineering Supervisor role APPLY today for more information.

Location: Stone, Staffordshire

Employment Type: Full-time, day shifts (plus call-outs)

Salary: Up to £50k basic, based on experience

Holiday: 33 days inclusive of BH

Pension: Contributory NEST Pension

About Us: Tecni-Form is a leading UK manufacturer specializing in rotational moulding and reaction injection moulding (RIM). With over 50 years of experience, we serve diverse sectors including automotive, healthcare, and industrial equipment. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction has established us as a trusted partner for clients such as JCB, Caterpillar, and Veolia.

The Opportunity: We are seeking a proactive and skilled Lead Maintenance Engineer to oversee the maintenance operations at our Stone manufacturing facility. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our production equipment and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and motivate a small team in coordinating maintenance activities across mechanical, electrical, gas, and plumbing systems.

Diagnose and resolve equipment faults promptly to minimize downtime.

Implement preventive maintenance schedules and maintain accurate records.

Carry out repairs and fabrication work.

Work closely with outside contractors to co-ordinate repairs, obtain quotations and schedule routine PPMs.

Collaborate with production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure completion of Compliance activities including LEVs, calibration, inspections etc

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies including producing risk assessments where required.

Maintain and manage stock of spare parts whilst minimising cost.

Clear record-keeping and calibration records using our in-house computer system.

Essential Criteria:

Current and relevant Electrical Qualification/Certification 18th Edition essential.

Proven experience in mechanical engineering

Fabrication and welding, milling and turning.

Strong aptitude for fault-finding in mechanical, electrical, gas, and plumbing systems.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Willing to work beyond standard hours for critical breakdowns

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Desirable:

Gas Safety Certification (COCN1).

Forklift Truck Driver or willing to learn.

Person Specification:

Autonomous / Self-managed

Team Player

Respect for organisational structure

Ability to create a plan and follow-through

Lead by example nurture internal talent

How to Apply: If you are a motivated maintenance professional looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and salary requirements to our HR team via this advert.

Applications will be reviewed as they come in.

2-stage onsite interview process including assessments.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Multiskilled Engineer
Location: Ashbourne
Reports to: Engineering Team Leader

To provide an effective and safe engineering service to the production team and respond to operational demands in a timely fashion. To maintain equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs. To improve equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets through identifying and implementing improvements. To proactively use the PPM System in place (SAP) for the capture of all engineering labour and booking out of parts.

Responsibilities:

• To provide effective breakdown cover to the production department, to fault find and repair machines.
• To ensure that all equipment operates efficiently producing product according to the specification.
• To work closely with the Engineering leadership team to ensure that any faults beyond the competence of the Engineer are reported and rectified promptly via third party if required.
• Ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules are maintained in accordance with current requirements.
• Proactive in ensuring Health & Safety legislation is adhered to.
• Ensure working to site specific Hygiene requirements including PPE, Technical handback procedures etc.
• To help in the training and assessment of staff regarding machine operation.
• To work closely with visiting engineers to ensure that any agreed improvements or modifications deliver the desired benefits to the business.
• Responsible for ensuring that all equipment documentation is fully and accurately completed and appropriately filed or passed on to the correct department.
• To report any non-conformances in machine performance.
• Ensure effective and detailed handovers are provided at all times, using clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure efficiency of projects
• Work within the permit to work system on site
• Attend internal and external training courses to ensure technical and professional skills are maintained
• To undertake other duties as your manager may require
• To work in a manner that actively seeks to reduce any negative environmental impact in relation to the processes and procedures operating within their area and across the wider business e.g. reduction of waste, recycling etc.

Essential Criteria:

• Level 3 City & Guilds or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical and/or Electronic engineering.

• Qualifications to be recognised in the UK.

• Delivers quality and accuracy in own work and standards.

• Able to cope under pressure and flex with peaks in personal workload.

• Time served Apprentice.

• Health & Safety disciplined.

• Minimum 6 months as a Skill 1 Engineer after completing apprenticeship

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience of manufacturing operations.
• Experience in the food processing industry.
• PLC experience.
• Welding experience.
• Knowledge of lean techniques and processes.
• Computer Literate, Microsoft outlook and SAP PM
• 17th/18th (or equivalent) Edition qualified.
• COSHH
• Food Safety Level 2

Im currently recruiting for a fantastic manufacturing company based near Stoke-on-Trent. We are in need of x2 Electrically biassed Maintenance Engineers. This will be a varied role with lots of different types of manufacturing equipment to get stuck into. Plus, plenty of overtime to bump up the pay packets.

My client is looking for a Maintenance Engineer to join their double days shift at their site in the UK. Please read on if this sounds like an ideal position for you.

Maintenance Engineer Benefits:

• £43,500 (rising to £46,000)
• Company Pension.
• 25 holidays + Bank Holidays.
• Early finish Friday.
• Free Parking.
• Training and Progression.
• Overtime at premium rates. (x1.5, x2).

Duties of the Maintenance Engineer include:

• Double day shift 6-2 / 2-10
• Fault finding during production.
• Planned and Preventative maintenance.
• Assessing need of spare parts.
• Ensure that all plant and machinery is kept in a good working and clean condition.
• Documentation and records that comply with company policy.

Requirements of a Maintenance Engineer include:

• Apprentice trained.
• Relevant engineering qualification. (NVQ Level 3, BTEC Level 3, HNC).
• Electrical qualifications. (17th edition / 18th edition)
• Previous experience in similar role.
• Basic PLC understanding
• CNC knowledge. (advantageous).
• Experience with industrial machinery.
• Any mechanical experience would be a plus.

This is a huge opportunity for Maintenance Engineer so please apply to find out more details.

This Maintenance Engineer position is commutable from: Stoke-on-Trent, Stafford, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Uttoxeter, Derby, Cannock, and surrounding areas.

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totallyFREEservice to all our Candidates.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me orAPPLYand I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of ourMAINTENANCE, RELIABILITY & SERVICE ENGINEERINGvacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact meto have an informal, confidential chat.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Maintenance, Reliability & Service Engineering Recruitment Support since 1994

My job

Multiskilled Engineer
Location: Ashbourne
Reports to: Engineering Team Leader

To provide an effective and safe engineering service to the production team and respond to operational demands in a timely fashion. To maintain equipment both proactively and reactively to ensure factory performance meets targets and KPIs. To improve equipment availability and performance to meet OEE targets through identifying and implementing improvements. To proactively use the PPM System in place (SAP) for the capture of all engineering labour and booking out of parts.

Responsibilities:

• To provide effective breakdown cover to the production department, to fault find and repair machines.
• To ensure that all equipment operates efficiently producing product according to the specification.
• To work closely with the Engineering leadership team to ensure that any faults beyond the competence of the Engineer are reported and rectified promptly via third party if required.
• Ensure Planned Preventative Maintenance schedules are maintained in accordance with current requirements.
• Proactive in ensuring Health & Safety legislation is adhered to.
• Ensure working to site specific Hygiene requirements including PPE, Technical handback procedures etc.
• To help in the training and assessment of staff regarding machine operation.
• To work closely with visiting engineers to ensure that any agreed improvements or modifications deliver the desired benefits to the business.
• Responsible for ensuring that all equipment documentation is fully and accurately completed and appropriately filed or passed on to the correct department.
• To report any non-conformances in machine performance.
• Ensure effective and detailed handovers are provided at all times, using clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Liaise with contractors and suppliers to ensure efficiency of projects
• Work within the permit to work system on site
• Attend internal and external training courses to ensure technical and professional skills are maintained
• To undertake other duties as your manager may require
• To work in a manner that actively seeks to reduce any negative environmental impact in relation to the processes and procedures operating within their area and across the wider business e.g. reduction of waste, recycling etc.

Essential Criteria:

• Level 3 City & Guilds or equivalent in Electrical, Mechanical and/or Electronic engineering.

• Qualifications to be recognised in the UK.

• Delivers quality and accuracy in own work and standards.

• Able to cope under pressure and flex with peaks in personal workload.

• Time served Apprentice.

• Health & Safety disciplined.

• Minimum 6 months as a Skill 1 Engineer after completing apprenticeship

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience of manufacturing operations.
• Experience in the food processing industry.
• PLC experience.
• Welding experience.
• Knowledge of lean techniques and processes.
• Computer Literate, Microsoft outlook and SAP PM
• 17th/18th (or equivalent) Edition qualified.
• COSHH
• Food Safety Level 2

The company

Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.

Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim’s Europe team are based in our Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services businesses.

What we’ll bring to the table

Competitive Salary

Competitive Holiday Entitlement

Pension Contribution

Family Friendly Policies

Learning and Development Opportunities

Life Assurance

People matter

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Our values

Determination

Simplicity

Availability

Humility

Discipline

Sincerity

Ownership

Fabric Engineer – Temporary Cover (Single Site)

Stafford
£15.50 per hour (PAYE)
Temporary Assignment

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Fabric Engineer to provide temporary cover on a single-site location in Solihull.

This role is ideal for a hands-on fabric or maintenance engineer with strong experience in planned preventative maintenance (PPM) within a commercial or facilities environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out PPM fabric maintenance tasks across the site
• Emergency lighting checks and basic compliance testing
• Tap temperature checks in line with H&S and legionella controls
• Minor fabric repairs (e.g. doors, fixtures, fittings, general upkeep)
• Reporting defects and completing maintenance records accurately
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely and to site standards

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Fabric Engineer / Maintenance Assistant / Facilities role
• Good working knowledge of PPM schedules
• Understanding of basic compliance checks (emergency lighting, water temperatures)
• Ability to work independently on a single-site environment
• Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious

What’s on Offer:

• £15.50 per hour PAYE
• Stable temporary to permanent position
• Straightforward, well-defined duties
• Single-site work (no travel between locations)

If you’re a dependable fabric engineer looking for a temporary assignment in Solihull, we’d love to hear from you.

Workshop Engineer Stafford (Days Monday to Friday)

Are you an experienced Workshop Engineer who has worked on Heavy Vehicle maintenance either in the Army/Construction/Plant Maintenance or similar? We are looking for a Maintenance Engineer who will be based out of our client site in Stafford.

As Workshop Engineer you will proactively maintain a fleet of MOTS and COTS products, both company and customer owned within their engineering capabilities. Youll maximise the operational availability for the customer by investigating, understanding and eliminating failed/fault operation of those products such that the fix is as rapid and cost effective as possible while ensuring continued safe and effective operation for the foreseeable future.

You will be involved in;

• Identify the root cause of a breakdown in a timely manner and ensure the correct parts are obtained using the nominated supply chain, including when required
• Identify any further work required on a machine and ensure the customer is made aware
• Complete all related job and service documentation with accurate data and all necessary signatures/documents obtained from the customer.
• Repair, maintain, inspect and service plant, equipment such as Fork Trucks and associated ancillaries to current company standards and LOLER and PUWER legislation, both at regional pool location and on site as directed, using effective time management systems.
• Maintain local stocks of spares, CES, ancillaries, attachments and local technical documentation, as appropriate.

What they are looking for;

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Experience in construction related plant/MHE/HGV/Agricultural/Fork Truck maintenance would be highly desirable or similar experience
• Strong communication skills and able to work well alone or part of a team

They offer salary for the Workshop Engineer role to £36,993 plus annual bonus (which is split quarterly and equates to £2,400 per year) as well as opportunity for overtime which is paid at x1.5 Mon-Fri and x2 Weekends. Working hours are Monday to Friday (40 hours). A contributory Pension Scheme, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), Healthcare benefits.

Service Desk Engineer - Crewe

40,000 PA

IT department within a leading construction engineering business is seeking a highly proactive and analytical Service Desk Engineer (2nd Line) to join them on a permanent basis. This is a stand-alone on-site IT role, working autonomously day-to-day, while being fully supported by a centralised main IT department.

You will be responsible for logging, diagnosing, and resolving issues across a range of hardware and software systems. The role involves providing escalation support to 1st line IT technicians, liaising with other internal IT functions and external vendors and ensuring the delivery of a consistently high level of IT support across the business.

This position is also client-facing, requiring regular interaction with internal stakeholders and users. As such, excellent communication skills, a professional approach and the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide end-user support to VIPs and users via telephone, remote support, email, and face-to-face
• Prioritise and manage workflow through the ITSM system (ServiceNow)
• Conduct on-site technical investigations and escalate issues to ensure timely resolution
• Collaborate with IT team members and support 1st and 2nd line IT teams
• Install, update, maintain, and support various software packages and hardware
• Perform Active Directory administration and deploy software via Endpoint Manager
• Support SIP/VOIP telephony and video conference systems
• Configure and support iOS/Android mobile devices and 4G/5G dongles
• Assist with IT projects and maintain technical documentation

Qualifications and Skills:

• Microsoft certifications (desired)
• Experience with ITSM systems
• Proficiency in Windows Operating Systems, Active Directory, Office 365, and Microsoft Teams
• Understanding of anti-virus products, web gateway filtering, and networking concepts
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively

Infrastructure Engineer (Nutanix)

Ready to build infrastructure that actually matters?

We re looking for a Nutanix-focused Infrastructure Engineer to join a high-performing team delivering secure, mission-critical platforms into high security environments.

This is a hands-on role where you ll take ownership of building and deploying Nutanix HCI clusters (AHV, AOS, Prism), turning technical designs into secure, resilient, high-performance infrastructure. You ll work in complex environments where quality, security, and engineering excellence truly matter.

You ll be responsible for building and configuring enterprise-grade Nutanix platforms, supporting upgrades, migrations, and lifecycle management, while driving performance, resilience, and security best practices. You ll also contribute to automation and repeatable build standards to ensure consistency at scale.

This is a successful, well-established, award-winning MSP experiencing continued growth and new project wins offering genuine opportunities for career progression, skills development, and long-term advancement.

We re looking for:

• Proven Nutanix deployment experience
• Strong understanding of high availability and secure infrastructure
• Desirable certifications (NCA, NCP, NCM or equivalent)

Candidates must hold current Security Clearance or be willing to undergo the clearance process as part of the role.

For more info please get in touch.

NetApp Infrastructure Engineer to build, configure, and implement enterprise storage and network security platforms, with a focus on NetApp storage solutions and Fortinet security technologies. Ensuring delivery of secure, resilient, and high-performance infrastructure services that support critical business systems and data. You will have strong hands-on implementation exp across NetApp storage platforms and Fortinet security infrastructure, translating technical designs into operational solutions through standardised builds, secure configurations, and best-practice deployment.

This role is working with cross functional teams, in collaboration with architecture, networking, cloud, and security. Contributing to delivery of robust on-premises and hybrid infrastructure. Driving consistency, automation, and continuous improvement across the infrastructure estate.

• Implementation of NetApp enterprise storage platforms and Fortinet security infrastructure.

• Translate technical designs into operational solutions

• Deliver resilient, high-availability infrastructure services that meet performance, security, and compliance requirements.

• Ensure infrastructure builds align with enterprise standards, security policies, and operational best practices.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including automation, configuration consistency, and service optimisation.

You will have a degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline and a strong background in NetApp enterprise storage platforms, working with Fortinet security technologies.

This is a very successful, well-established, award-winning MSP so they do like candidates with ITIL based or worked in a similar MSP, service management environment.

Would suit someone with proven hands-on infrastructure experience, building, configuring, and implementing NetApp storage solutions, including high availability, replication, and performance optimisation.

Strong experience deploying and configuring Fortinet security infrastructure, including firewalls and core security services.

Desirable

• Vendor certifications such as:

• NetApp (e.g. NCDA, NCIE, or equivalent)

• Fortinet (e.g. NSE 4 7 or equivalent)

• ITIL Foundation certification.

• Security Clearance

Office based, Stoke On Trent

Must have security clearance or be willing to go through the process as part of the role.

Infrastructure Engineer Citrix, office based working

Citrix Infrastructure Engineer responsible for design, build, configuration, and ongoing improvement of enterprise Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops platforms, ensuring the delivery of secure, resilient, and high-performance digital workspace services.

This would suit an experienced engineer with strong hands-on implementation and optimisation of Citrix infrastructure. Involved in translating architectural designs into stable, scalable operational solutions through standardised builds. Ensuring best-practice configuration, and automation. Working closely with architecture, network, cloud, security, and end-user computing teams, the engineer supports reliable access to business-critical applications and desktops across on-premises and hybrid environments. Experience collaborating with architecture, network, cloud, security, and end-user computing teams.

This is an excellent opportunity working for a well-established successful award-winning MSP. You will work to maintain platform stability, enhance user experience, and driving continuous improvement across the Citrix estate to meet performance, security, and availability requirements.

• Degree or equivalent experience in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops in an enterprise environment- resilient Citrix environments.

• ITIL-based service management and operational best practices.

• Proven experience in a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer, EUC Engineer, or similar role supporting enterprise platforms.

• Extensive experience building, configuring, and supporting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, including: • Delivery Controllers, • StoreFront, • Citrix Gateway

• Strong documentation skills, including creation and maintenance of build standards and operational procedures.

Desirable

Citrix certifications:

CCA-V / CCA-D

CCP-V / CCP-D

ITIL Foundation certification.

Automation and scripting (e.g. PowerShell, Citrix APIs).

Profile management and user experience optimisation technologies (e.g. FSLogix, Citrix Profile Management).

Monitoring and analytics tools (e.g. Citrix Director, ControlUp, or equivalent).

VDI alternatives or coexistence platforms (e.g. Azure Virtual Desktop, VMware Horizon).

Systems Operations Engineer Crewe (Hybrid)

The tech stack includes: Linux, Ubuntu, Apache, PHP, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Postfix, Git, AWS (ECS, EC2, Lambda, VPC, Route53, S3, RDS, CloudWatch, CloudFormation), Python, and Bash. Experience with configuration management tools such as Puppet, Ansible, Terraform, or Ninja is also desirable.

We are looking for a Systems Operations Engineer to join a tech-driven client in Crewe. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting and maintaining their Linux environment, working closely with IT Infrastructure and Software Development teams to ensure systems whether internal platforms or customer-facing services are scalable, secure, and efficient.

You will be responsible for supporting and maintaining the group s Linux estate, as well as providing support for their AWS infrastructure. This includes automating infrastructure tasks such as environment builds, scaling, monitoring, and patching. In addition, you will ensure compliance with internal records and security standards, document systems, and follow change management protocols.

This role is ideal for someone with strong Linux experience and knowledge of cloud technologies, particularly AWS. Scripting experience in Python or Bash is also important to succeed in this role.

This is a brilliant organisation offering this position on a hybrid basis, encouraging collaboration and in-person teamwork. Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo a Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) Level 3 check as part of the onboarding process.

Onsite/Desktop Support Engineer x2 Crewe (Service Now, SCCM and Intune)

£40-42,000 + Benefits - on site 5 days a week

You will be the first point of contact for customers, delivering the highest level of customer service and engagement, and will be pre-empting investigating and resolving Incidents.

The role will be onsite five days a week in Crewe

Your role

• First point of contact for customers, delivering the highest level of customer service and engagement.
• Liaising continuously with customers to ensure smooth communication and efficient service whilst resolving customer queries onsite.
• Providing advice with guidance through user best practices, identifying and mitigating repeatable cases and creating knowledge base articles (KBA’s).
• Responsibility for resolving Incidents and Service Requests to SLA using tools such as Service Now, SCCM and Intune.
• Accurate IT hardware management using a Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and Active Directory (AD).
• Requirement to drive between sites and provide hands-on support.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with customers and technical teams at all levels.
• Ability to work within a busy environment and can work calmly under pressure.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with an ability to think outside the box.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS (10 and 11) and Microsoft 365 Office Suite.
• Understanding of IT hardware, predominately desktops and laptops, but also other mobile technologies; printers; peripherals and network fundamentals.
• Strong documentation capability with an eye for detail and relevant experience of manufacturing sector would be advantageous.

Hybrid - Crewe (3 days onsite)
Competitive + bonus & benefits

Applause IT are working with a large, product-led technology business to hire a Linux Systems Operations Engineer into their growing Technology & Data function.

This is a hands-on infrastructure role focused on Linux, AWS and automation, supporting both internal platforms and customer-facing systems at scale.

You’ll sit within a collaborative infrastructure team, working closely with DevOps and Software Engineering to keep platforms secure, scalable and reliable.

The role

You’ll take ownership across the Linux estate while supporting and improving cloud infrastructure in AWS. Day-to-day, you’ll be:

• Supporting and maintaining a Linux server environment (Ubuntu, Apache/Nginx, MySQL/Postgres)
• Supporting and developing AWS infrastructure (EC2, ECS, Lambda, VPC, Route53, S3, RDS, CloudWatch)
• Automating builds, scaling, patching and monitoring
• Working alongside DevOps and Engineering teams to support delivery
• Improving resilience, security and operational efficiency
• Documenting systems and following structured change management
• Managing SLAs and balancing competing priorities

This is a role with real scope to shape how infrastructure is run, not just keep the lights on.

What we’re looking for

We’re open to strong mid-level through to senior engineers. You don’t need everything below, but experience in most areas is important:

• Strong Linux systems experience
• Solid exposure to AWS cloud environments
• Experience with automation / configuration tools (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet or similar)
• Scripting skills in Python and/or Bash
• Working knowledge of Windows Server / Active Directory
• Good understanding of security fundamentals
• Comfortable working in a change-controlled, production environment

You’ll also need to be eligible for NPPV Level 3 vetting as part of the onboarding process.

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Pension & life assurance
• Electric vehicle & fuel schemes
• Private wellbeing & healthcare support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free breakfast onsite
• Modern HQ with gym, caf and collaborative spaces

Location & working pattern

• Hybrid role - minimum 3 days per week onsite in Crewe
• Purpose-built HQ with excellent facilities
• Collaborative, engineering-led environment

Interested?

If you’re a Linux / AWS-focused infrastructure engineer looking for a role with ownership, stability and room to grow, we’d love to talk.

Apply now or contact Applause IT for a confidential discussion.

On behalf of our growing client based in Stoke on Trent, we are recruiting for a talented 2nd Line IT Support Engineer. As a 2nd Line IT Support Engineer, you will provide 2nd line IT support to all end-users and proactively resolve hardware and software issues from all incoming channels.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the escalation point for incoming support requests and existing tickets from 1st line support, providing expert assistance when needed.
• Provide on-site support to customers, resolving issues, offering consultations, and conducting proactive maintenance as required.
• Monitor alerts from customer systems, with a focus on servers and backup systems, and promptly address any issues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer technical documentation.
• Continuously develop your skillset to stay updated with emerging technologies and trends.
• Contribute to the professional growth and development of Junior Engineers by providing guidance and support.

Skills and Experience:

• Ideally, a minimum of 2 years experience in a 2nd line IT support role.
• Proficiency in Active Directory and Azure administration, with hands-on experience.
• Understanding of networking principles and protocols.
• Familiarity with ticketing systems and IT service management tools.
• Knowledge of 3CX Voice over IP systems/technologies would be advantageous.

Benefits

This is a great opportunity for a 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join a company that strongly believes in the development of its employees, and you will be rewarded with the following benefits:

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

2nd Line IT Support Engineer Stoke on Trent

As an experienced Senior Electrical Systems Engineer, you will join a highly focussed and passionate team leading the delivery of electrical / electronic engineering across the business.

Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Role:

You will provide technical support to the delivery of the E&E design. You will support the planning, tracking and status reporting for the E&E deliverables across a number of projects concurrently whilst attending project-based meetings to update on status and delivery.

Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Responsibilities:

Project planning for E&E deliverables.

Ability to plan, monitor and track multiple projects at one time.

An up-to-date status for all live projects, with the ability to articulate project plans, challenges and next steps to achieve successful project delivery.

Selection of correct hardware platform(s) to deliver the technical solution, considering environmental and cost targets.

Thrive in a fast agile environment, developing prototype solutions to validate proof of concept ideas.

Creation of software architecture to satisfy delivery of the requirements.

Co-ordination of 3rd party support vendors with the creation of requirements and corresponding software architectures.

Ensuring robust and reliable ECU communication protocols are followed in line with industry best practice (SAE J1939, Ethernet).

Be able to read electronic schematic diagrams and their electrical wiring diagram counterpart.

Ensure design for manufacture is considered, both relating to build of the programming and parameter configuration of selected solution.

Sound record keeping techniques, of all designs, revisions and related updates.

Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Requirements:

• Strong desire to learn from working on differing system architectures.
• Familiar with different requirements capturing tools.
• Knowledge of different CAN bus protocols i.e. CANOpen, J1939, ISO14229, ISO14230.
• Working knowledge of Software development techniques (V Model and functional safety).
• Awareness of security impact to achieve secure and resilient systems (hardware and software).
• Knowledge / experience of system integration testing at a vehicle level does the solution power up, communicate, operate and shut down as intended.
• Comfortable working with various electronic lab tools i.e. Spectrum analyser, Oscilloscope, Signal Generators, DC power supplies.

Essential:

• Sound base knowledge of electronic and software development.
• Sound base knowledge of low-level firmware integration i.e. bootloader through to application layer and parameter configuration.
• Familiar with CAN bus protocols.
• Happy to use different types of lab equipment to monitor system behaviour i.e. CAN, frequencies, PWM and basic operation.
• Awareness of functional safety and security impact, on software development.
• Experience of validation and verification activity planning.
• Experience taking electronic systems from concept through to delivery.

Desired:

• 5 years experience within Tier 1 or OE sectors (on highway or off highway) within system engineering or software development.
• Qualified to HND/Degree level in an electronic/electrical based technology discipline or equivalent experience.
• Validation and verification co-ordination.
• Experience of Project delivery.

Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Benefits:

In addition to an excellent salary, career progression and development opportunities, our client offers an excellent company pension scheme, medical insurance and dental care schemes, access to the company s healthy living centre and 33 days annual leave and flexibility around daily start and finish times. You will also have access to the Company s Reward Hub, giving you fantastic savings across a huge range of high street retailers, as well as access to exclusive company perks such as the Cycle to Work Scheme.

Senior Electrical Systems Engineer Applications:

VISA Sponsorship is NOT available for this role

This role is fully on-site

This vacancy is only available to Candidates with relevant experience as detailed in the job description. Due to volume of applications, we are unable to respond to applicants who do not possess the required skills and experience. Recent Graduates who do not have the required level of industry experience need not apply.

Candidates must be authorised to work in the country where this role is located BEFORE making an application.