Reliability Engineer

HelloFresh

Derby, GB

Visa sponsorship

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have experience with PLC-controlled automation and are comfortable with rotating shift patterns in a production environment.

Best fit for

Mid-level engineers with hands-on PLC and automation troubleshooting experience
— “Proficient in PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in continuous production environments”
Candidates who thrive in structured maintenance and predictive analytics roles
— “Engage in predictive maintenance activities to maintain machine uptime for operational needs”
Team players capable of mentoring junior engineers on reliability practices
— “Provide training and mentorship to Junior Engineers on reliability practices and techniques”

Things to consider

Rotating shift pattern includes night shifts, potentially impacting work-life balance
— “Shift: Suez Shift Pattern rotating days and nights, 0600-1800 and 1800-0600”
No visa sponsorship available — UK work rights required
— “you’ll need to have the independent right to work in the UK”

How to stand out

Demonstrate specific examples of root cause analysis in automation failures
— “Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for continuous improvement”
Highlight cross-functional project experience beyond core maintenance duties
— “Participate in cross-functional projects as required”
Show documented CMMS experience to prove systematic maintenance approach
— “Record all work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)”

Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · TeamLevel · Mid Level

Derived from job-description analysis by Serendipath's career intelligence engine.

What success looks like

Maintained high equipment uptime
Improved system reliability through predictive maintenance

Typical background

Degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Skills & requirements

Required

Reliability EngineeringAutomationMaintenancePLCHMIVFDRoot Cause Analysis

Preferred

Material HandlingFlow And Capacity Visualization

Stack & domain

System MonitoringRepairPreventive MaintenanceTroubleshootingDocumentationContractor CollaborationProject ManagementPredictive MaintenanceTrainingHealth And Safety ComplianceRoot Cause AnalysisProblem-solvingCommunicationTeamworkManufacturingAutomationReliability Engineering

About the role

Original posting from HelloFresh

Job Title: Reliability Engineer
Location: Smart parc, Spondon, Derby DE21 7HW
Shift: Suez Shift Pattern rotating days and nights, 0600-1800 and 1800-0600.
Let's Discuss What's On The Table For You:
70% off HelloFresh or Green Chef boxes 
Free onsite parking (including ~90 EV spaces)
Gym membership
Bupa private medical insurance (including dental & family cover options)
Nursery support scheme (save up to 40% on your nursery fees)
Earn up to £500 with our Referral Program
Electric vehicle scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Group Life Assurance
Company pension scheme
Mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme
Play a key part in supporting our Employee Resource Groups: FreshVets, Black Heritage Network, NEU Network (Neurodiversity), GET (Gender Equality Team) and FreshPride
About The Team:
As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the maintenance, repairs, and improvements of both automated and non-automated systems on-site. The Reliability Engineer will work to ensure maximum uptime and reliability of equipment while actively participating in both preventive and reactive maintenance tasks. This role will also support automation systems, including conveyance and facilities equipment.
What You Will Be Doing:
Hands-On System Monitoring & Repair: Actively monitor, troubleshoot, and repair systems to provide a high level of equipment availability.
Preventive Maintenance & Inspections: Perform routine maintenance on automation, robotics, and control panels.
Troubleshooting & Escalation: Diagnose and address issues in out-of-service equipment; escalate complex issues as necessary.
Documentation: Record all work in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and ticketing systems as appropriate.
Contractor Collaboration: Work with contractors to ensure projects are completed to specification, addressing performance issues as needed.
Project & Ad Hoc Engineering Tasks: Participate in cross-functional projects as required.
Predictive & Preventative Maintenance: Engage in predictive maintenance activities to maintain machine uptime for operational needs.
Training & Mentorship: Provide training and mentorship to Junior Engineers on reliability practices and techniques.
Health & Safety Compliance: Adhere to and support food safety and health & safety standards.
Root Cause Analysis: Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for continuous improvement.
Who You Are:
Hold a degree in computer science, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field would be advantageous. 
Skilled in material handling, flow and capacity visualisation, and monitoring.
Proficient in PLC-controlled automation and issue diagnosis in continuous production environments.
Extensive experience with PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, including programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Advanced understanding of PLCs and automated processes.
Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities for technical issues in automation systems.
Project Management: Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage timelines, and deliver results within budget.
To be considered for this role, you’ll need to have the independent right to work in the UK, as we're unfortunately unable to provide sponsorship at this time.
Next steps: Your application will be reviewed and if successful, a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch within 2 weeks.
You are required to cooperate with HelloFresh in all health and safety matters. You are responsible for ensuring you take reasonable care of your own health, and safety as well as others who may be affected by the work activities you undertake. You must report incidents immediately and actively raise health and safety-related concerns to your Line Manager. As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment, we will process Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to the successful individual. Failure to disclose relevant information at application or throughout the process could affect your employment with the company. 
If you are currently a HelloFresh employee, please make sure you have discussed your application with your Line Manager.

Source: HelloFresh careers