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Job Title: Electrical Engineer

Location: Ashbourne

Purpose of the Role

To maintain electrical systems and components for various applications across the site, ensure our Electrical control panels and systems are working efficient and reliable for our site Production operations team, Also adhering to safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• To deliver electrical system projects for Site Continuous Improvement, taking into account the specific requirements, standards, and regulations. This includes working with approved suppliers for system layouts, upgrading circuit diagrams, and selecting appropriate components also control panel upgrades.
• To provide effective electrical support to Shift Engineering staff and breakdown cover to the production department.
• To fault find and repair any electrical faults that require your electrical and PLC expertise.
• To evaluate and recommend machine modifications and component upgrades to work with approved suppliers to provide Control panels to UK legislation.
• To ensure that all equipment operates efficiently producing product according to the specification.
• To conduct tests and inspections to ensure the functionality, reliability, and safety of electrical systems. If any issues or malfunctions arise, troubleshoot and diagnose problems, implementing corrective measures.
• To ensure that electrical systems adhere to relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations, and are inline with company Electrical Policy.
• To oversee the integration of electrical systems with other systems or components, ensuring compatibility and seamless operation.

Skills & Experience Required

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent (electrical)
• Time served electrical engineer, HNC/HND in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• High level knowledge of the PLC and automation systems (Alen Bradley & Siemens)
• 18th Edition Qualified

Why Join Us?

• Very competitive salary
• Excellent healthcare benefits, including access to a 24/7 GP service and physio sessions.
• Free will writing service
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

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