Senior Machine Tool Maintenance Engineer

AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment)

Reading, United Kingdom
Base: £51,500 to £56,000; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Machine tool maintenance and service
Plc ladder logic programming
Pneumatics and hydraulic systems diagnostics
Your work will directly impact plant efficiency and uptime by driving the performance and reliability of cutting-edge equipment

Job Summary

  • Your work will directly impact plant efficiency and uptime by driving the performance and reliability of cutting-edge equipment.
  • This is more than just a maintenance role — it’s a chance to develop your expertise in Machine Tool Design through bespoke, high-impact projects across diverse facilities.
  • AWE is looking for a talented Senior Machine Tool Maintenance Engineer to join our dynamic team, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the nation's safety.

Matching Summary

Your work will directly impact plant efficiency and uptime by driving the performance and reliability of cutting-edge equipment.

Salary

Base: £51,500 to £56,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: additional allowance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Machine tool maintenance and service
  • PLC ladder logic programming
  • Pneumatics and hydraulic systems diagnostics
  • Electrical, mechanical, and software fault diagnosis
  • Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) implementation
  • Machinery Directive compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring and knowledge sharing
  • Independent work ethic
  • Collaboration with Capital Projects teams
  • Adaptability to diverse facilities

Key Requirements

  • Minimum HNC in an engineering discipline
  • Significant industry experience
  • Experience with complex precision mechanical systems
  • Experience with construction Health, Safety and Environmental regulations
  • British Citizen for security clearance

Work Rights

SC/DV Security Clearance required

Tailored Resume

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