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Pirelli Carlisle is hiring Maintenance Electricians to back a major automation program that is turning the site into the factory of the future. The role is 40 hours per week with options across day shifts or a three shift rotating pattern and weekends, and salary scales from about £47,050 up to £65,733 depending on pattern. You will fault find and maintain PLC controlled equipment, work with Siemens PLCs (Step7, TIA Portal) and Sinamics drives, and service AC and DC motors in a high volume manufacturing environment, with mentoring of apprentices and collaboration with IT for machine diagnostics. To apply, tailor your CV to highlight PLC, automation and safety competencies, include 17th/18th Edition if held, and submit via www.pirelli.com by Sunday 6 September 2026.

Maintenance Electrician

Pirelli UK Tyres Ltd – Carlisle

Big things are happening at Pirelli Carlisle!  Due to major investment in automation, automated warehousing and AGV technology, we're building the factory of the future and are seeking talented Maintenance Electricians to join us in this exciting journey. This is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a state-of-the-art project which will drive the future of Pirelli UK.

If you're an experienced electrical engineer looking to work with modern PLC-controlled equipment, advanced automation and a team that's driving real change, we'd love to hear from you. 

The successful applicant will work 40 hours per week. 

We are looking for successful applicants to work the following shift patterns.

Days from 08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday, candidates must also have the flexibility to cover a 3-shift rotating pattern and weekends when necessary.  Basic salary will be £47,050 per annum

Monday to Friday 3-shift rotating pattern. Basic salary will be £52,416 per annum

Weekend shift pattern which comprises of 2 x 12 hour shifts on a weekend and 2 x 8 hour shifts during the week.  Basic salary will be £65,733 per annum

Working within the Maintenance Department, and with the support and direction of the Maintenance Leadership Team, the Maintenance Electrician will ensure all equipment is operating to the required standards to ensure safe operation and to maintain production requirements and quality standards. 

The objective is to improve the Safety, Quality and Overall Efficiency of the department, concentrating primarily on the maintenance aspects that can contribute to this improvement.

Candidates will use their knowledge and skills to fault-find and diagnose electrical problems on PLC controlled machinery within a complex and high volume manufacturing area.  Experience with AC/DC motors and Servo Drive systems is desirable. The post also calls for the ability to carry out electrical installation duties.

Main duties include (but are not limited to):

• The repair and maintenance of electrical systems, equipment and components as required
• Fault Finding of automated electrical systems, using PLC diagnostic skills
• Fault Finding/diagnostics on Pirelli Network systems at machine level with support of the IT dept
• Regular preventative maintenance testing of electrical systems, equipment and components
• Assist other electrical and mechanical team members to complete required maintenance work
• To ensure all electrical components in the area are functioning correctly
• Comply with all safety norms and regulations of working
• Complete all tasks as assigned by the supervisor
• Following all standard operating procedures of working
• Attending relevant training and development activities
• Training and Mentoring Apprentices

Candidates must be comfortable working within a team environment where highly developed interpersonal skills are essential and where initiative is required to solve problems. Previous experience in a high volume modern manufacturing environment is desirable.  Applicants must be time-served and 17th/18th Edition qualification would be preferred.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following abilities:

Education and professional background:

• Time served electrical engineer with appropriate technical qualifications
• HNC qualified or 3 years industrial experience
• 17th/18th Edition qualification would be preferred

Professional and personal aptitudes:

• A sound problem solving ability
• Good communication and people management skills
• Sound technical knowledge of the processes and machinery
• Self-motivated, focussed and able to work on own initiative
• High level of resilience and able to work effectively under pressure
• Good organisation and IT skills
• Ability to read and understand electrical control drawings
• Knowledge of Siemens PLC control (Step7, TIA Portal)
• Knowledge of Siemens Sinamics drive control (S120, G120)
• Knowledge of PLC-PLC, PLC to database communication, Barcode scanning systems and other industrial communication systems would be desired
• Good knowledge of single and three-phased systems
• Ability to diagnose AC/DC Motors faults

Employee benefits include:

• 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with linked life insurance
• Service related payment
• Employee discount scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Discounted tyre vouchers
• Bike to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• Car scheme (salary sacrifice)

If you would like to apply for this role, please visit the Careers section of our Website: www.pirelli.com

The closing deadline for receipt of all applications is Sunday 6th September 2026