Job Specification: Maintenance Engineer
Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire
Salary: Circa £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience

Company Overview

Bryden Precision Engineering is a CNC machining business supplying complex, high-precision components into the aerospace, defence, nuclear, utilities,powerand other safety-critical sectors. We are proud holders of AS9100 accreditation and are now preparing for ISO 19443 (nuclear) accreditation as we continue to grow.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Engineer to join our engineering team. The role involves completing a full range of maintenance activities across the installed asset base, rapidlydiagnosingand resolving mechanical, electrical, and basic control & instrumentation faults. The successful candidate will play a key role in minimising downtime,maintainingequipment reliability, and supporting the launch and commissioning of new or refurbished machinery.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Day-to-day upkeep, maintenance, and servicing of production equipment

• Rapid response to breakdowns to minimise downtime

• Supporting implementation, commissioning, and launch of new or refurbished equipment

• Diagnosing equipment faults and executing repairs in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems

• Programming fault finding, modifications, and troubleshooting via PLCs

• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) tasks and ensuring schedules are adhered to

• Reading and interpreting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings

• Implementing quality countermeasures and ensuring equipmentoperatesto specification

• Participating in problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives

• Supporting 5S andmaintainingan organised, safe, and efficient work environment

• Any other duties of a similar nature or level of responsibility

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

• Understanding of engineering principles and technical drawings

• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics

• Strong practical skills with experiencemaintainingproduction equipment

• Good problem-solving and diagnostic skills

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple tasks

• Strong communicationand teamwork skills

• Good numeracy and analytical skills

• BTEC HNC Electrical or equivalent

• Experience with PLC programming and fault diagnosis

• Previousexperience in a precision engineering or CNC manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of quality systems (AS9100) and safety-critical processes

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and self-motivated

• Proactive and flexible approach to work

• Strong attention to detail and quality-focused

• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently

• Committed to continuous development and learning

Bryden Precision Engineering is committed to developing the technical skills of its employees, supporting career growth, andmaintainingthe highest standards of quality and safety across all sectors.

To apply for this role please send a fully updated CV to our Recruitment Manager Carolann

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