Maintenance Engineer
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | Warmley, Bristol |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Ess Employment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ESS6957Y |
Summary
LOCATION: Warmley
START DATE: Immediate
PAY: £40,000 - £45,000 Per annum
PERMANENT
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday 0800-1700 Friday 0800-1630 Friday
Evening and weekend work may be required
Yate Office: 01454 310031
E: yate@ess-emp.co.uk
Maintenance Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to support a number of the Operational Teams, managing external contractors and equipment upgrades.
Main duties
• Diagnosing complex electrical, mechanical, and software issues in real-time to minimize production downtime. Trouble shooting root cause assessment of equipment / machine failure modes and repair overhaul.
• Upgrading filling and capping machines, pumps, valves sensors and controls etc.
• Programming, debugging, and modifying PLC and HMI software to optimize performance.
• Performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment, including conveyor systems, robotics, and assembly lines.
• Integrating sensors, actuators, drives, and servo systems with PLCs to create seamless automation.
• Equipment selection and filling machine/ automation specification, modification and upgrading existing equipment /machines.
• Maintaining, updating, and creating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and software documentation.
• Assisting with the installation, commissioning, and retrofitting of new or legacy machinery.
• Basic welding / plasma cutting fabrication support for internally fabricating assembly line equipment, enclosure and furniture etc. for lean manufacturing.
• Machine Uptime: Maximizing operational time by reducing breakdowns.
• Mean Time to Repair (MTTR): Decreasing the time taken to fix equipment.
• (TPM) Preventive Maintenance Completion: Adhering to schedules.
• Review current method of manufacturing and improve productivity by automation and robotics.
Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
• Experience with AC/DC drives, servo systems, motors, sensors, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. High power motors and control systems, mechanical assembly and maintenance knowledge
• HNC/HND in electrical/mechanical engineering, a relevant apprenticeship, or a bachelor’s degree in automation/electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and safety circuits (e.g., Pilz).
• ABB robot integration and programming
• Strong knowledge of PLC languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams) and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).
• Chemical liquid flow controls and mixtures and feeding systems experience.
• Experience in maintaining automated packaging, filling machines, pick and place robotics for 3-5 years.
• Encourage good team work ethic where good ideas for improvement are encouraged. Promote a culture of continuous improvement within your Team across Health & safety, QC and production output etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills.
• Maintain relevant Chemical, environmental, safety, and industry knowledge.
If this vacancy is of an interest to you, please do not hesitate to apply!
In order to be considered for the role please email your cv at your earliest convenience to Sam Wilmot – Sam.wilmot@ess-emp.co.uk.
ESS EMPLOYMENT Ltd work with clients and candidates from a range of disciplines and place people in permanent, contract and temporary roles. Many of our candidates and clients come to us by recommendation and we are proud of our personal, professional and friendly approach to recruitment. See our website for more information www.ess-emp.co.uk
START DATE: Immediate
PAY: £40,000 - £45,000 Per annum
PERMANENT
WORKING HOURS: Monday to Thursday 0800-1700 Friday 0800-1630 Friday
Evening and weekend work may be required
Yate Office: 01454 310031
E: yate@ess-emp.co.uk
Maintenance Engineer
We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Engineer to support a number of the Operational Teams, managing external contractors and equipment upgrades.
Main duties
• Diagnosing complex electrical, mechanical, and software issues in real-time to minimize production downtime. Trouble shooting root cause assessment of equipment / machine failure modes and repair overhaul.
• Upgrading filling and capping machines, pumps, valves sensors and controls etc.
• Programming, debugging, and modifying PLC and HMI software to optimize performance.
• Performing planned, predictive, and reactive maintenance on automated production equipment, including conveyor systems, robotics, and assembly lines.
• Integrating sensors, actuators, drives, and servo systems with PLCs to create seamless automation.
• Equipment selection and filling machine/ automation specification, modification and upgrading existing equipment /machines.
• Maintaining, updating, and creating electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and software documentation.
• Assisting with the installation, commissioning, and retrofitting of new or legacy machinery.
• Basic welding / plasma cutting fabrication support for internally fabricating assembly line equipment, enclosure and furniture etc. for lean manufacturing.
• Machine Uptime: Maximizing operational time by reducing breakdowns.
• Mean Time to Repair (MTTR): Decreasing the time taken to fix equipment.
• (TPM) Preventive Maintenance Completion: Adhering to schedules.
• Review current method of manufacturing and improve productivity by automation and robotics.
Key Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
• Experience with AC/DC drives, servo systems, motors, sensors, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. High power motors and control systems, mechanical assembly and maintenance knowledge
• HNC/HND in electrical/mechanical engineering, a relevant apprenticeship, or a bachelor’s degree in automation/electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards, including LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) and safety circuits (e.g., Pilz).
• ABB robot integration and programming
• Strong knowledge of PLC languages (Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams) and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus).
• Chemical liquid flow controls and mixtures and feeding systems experience.
• Experience in maintaining automated packaging, filling machines, pick and place robotics for 3-5 years.
• Encourage good team work ethic where good ideas for improvement are encouraged. Promote a culture of continuous improvement within your Team across Health & safety, QC and production output etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills.
• Maintain relevant Chemical, environmental, safety, and industry knowledge.
If this vacancy is of an interest to you, please do not hesitate to apply!
In order to be considered for the role please email your cv at your earliest convenience to Sam Wilmot – Sam.wilmot@ess-emp.co.uk.
ESS EMPLOYMENT Ltd work with clients and candidates from a range of disciplines and place people in permanent, contract and temporary roles. Many of our candidates and clients come to us by recommendation and we are proud of our personal, professional and friendly approach to recruitment. See our website for more information www.ess-emp.co.uk