Maintenance and Design Engineer

4792720
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Birmingham
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Manufacturing
  • Industry

    Manufacturing & Production
  • Pay

    c£30 per hour Umb PAYE (negotiable)

Maintenance & Design Engineer - North Birmingham

A well-established engineering organisation in North Birmingham is looking to appoint a Maintenance & Design Engineer on a temporary basis, to support current operational requirements. This role is inside IR35 and is offered as a PAYE temporary assignment via Hays, with the potential to transition into a permanent position subject to performance and business needs. This is a varied, hands‑on position combining maintenance engineering and fault-finding with design, CAD and development activity within a manufacturing / engineering environment.

The role
You will work as part of a small, experienced engineering team, providing support across machinery maintenance, site services and engineering design, helping to maintain uptime while contributing to ongoing engineering improvements.

Responsibilities will include:
  • Responding to machinery breakdowns, fault‑finding and repair
  • Planned preventative maintenance and general site maintenance
  • Diagnosing root causes and implementing effective engineering solutions
  • Mechanical, electrical and basic PCB design activities
  • Producing CAD models, technical drawings and engineering documentation
  • Supporting prototyping and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintaining accurate parts records, BOMs and engineering changes
  • Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health, safety and regulatory standards
About you
  • 18th Edition (BS 7671) Wiring Regulations
  • Strong mechanical fault‑finding and troubleshooting experience
  • Experience delivering preventative maintenance programmes
  • Hands‑on workshop experience (lathes, milling machines, CNC machinery)
  • Proficiency using SolidWorks and 2D CAD systems
  • Experience producing complex 3D models and manufacturing drawings
  • Knowledge of electrical safety standards
  • Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work under pressure
  • Good organisation, communication and attention to detail
Desirable:
  • Engineering qualification (HND/HNC, apprenticeship or degree)
  • Experience with HVAC, hydraulics or pneumatics
  • Exposure to PDM / PLM systems and BOM control
What’s on offer
  • PAYE temporary assignment (inside IR35)
  • Opportunity to convert to a permanent role if desired
  • 38 flexible hours per week with an early Friday finish
  • Varied engineering role combining maintenance and design
  • Immediate start available

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