Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions and value-added services for freight and transit rail. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation and Faiveley Transport, the company has unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems. Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress, creating transportation solutions that move and improve the world. Wabtec has approximately 27,000 employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit the company’s new website at: http://www.WabtecCorp.com .

It’s not just about your career… or your job title…it’s about who you are and the impact you are going to make on the world. Do you want to go into uncharted waters…do things that haven’t been done to make yours and someone else's life better? Wabtec has been doing that for decades and we will continue to do so! Through our people, leadership development, services, technology and scale, Wabtec delivers better outcomes for global customers by speaking the language of industry.

Who will you be working with?

As part of the Plant Engineering/Maintenance team in Northampton, working on weekly rotating shift pattern 0600-1400 / 1400-2200, you will have the opportunity to engineer solutions and maintain systems for our radiators production for the power generation industry.

How will you make a difference?

As an Electrical Maintenance Engineer, reporting to the Manager, Plant Engineering/Maintenance, you will be responsible to maintain and improve all machinery used in the manufacturing process, periodically inspect systems to ensure optimal functioning and troubleshooting problems.

What do we want to know about you?

• Ideally you will have a manufacturing background, but it is not essential.

• Apprentice trained, electrically qualified as a minimum.

• Ability to read engineering diagrams/drawings, and control circuits/schematics.

• Experience with DC/AC Drives, electrical hoists, and 3 phase motors.

• Experience with safety and light circuits, inverters, PLC systems, relays, and speed control systems.

• Experience with working with sensors.

• Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic control systems is advantageous.

• A mechanical understanding of gearboxes, pumps, and pneumatics would be advantageous.

• Ability to prioritise and plan effectively, while working under pressure and to tight deadlines.

• Ability to follow processes, especially health and safety/manual handling.

What will your typical day look like?

• The role is to maintain, service, and repair all machinery used in the manufacturing process.

• Minimise production downtime.

• Maintaining a high standard of housekeeping.

• Conduct PPMs when required.

What about the physical demands of the job?

A manual environment, lifting heavy equipment with magnetic hoists and chain/strap hoists.

Benefits :

Retention bonus (up-to £650) / 4 x life assurance / Sick Pay scheme / Pension

Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays / Free hot drinks / Access to retail discounts

Wabtec Corporation is committed to taking on the world’s toughest challenges. In order to fulfill that commitment we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences and styles…people like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.