Electrical Technician

About the role

Working as part of a project team, you’ll be responsible for electrical assembly; panel wiring and machine wiring on cutting edge automation and robotic systems for our global customers. This position reports to Operations Manager.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a project team with specific duties of assembly and de-bugging on special purpose industrial automation and robotic assembly systems.
• Assemble, wire and test control panels and machine wiring to detailed electrical schematic diagrams.
• Carry out fault finding, repairs and recommendations in a timely manner without compromising health and safety or quality.
• Provide preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance support for all equipment and on site.
• Train apprentices and less experienced staff in appropriate techniques
• Communicate with Project Engineers / Managers regarding any related requirements or changes which require action.
• Support other departments or carry out any other duties required as and when business requirements dictate.
• Promote and ensure good housekeeping practices in and around the facility.
• Always carry out a safe working practice.
• Protect and support the Company’s reputation in public with customers, suppliers, and other interested parties.

Requirements

• Time served electrical technician.
• Qualified to HNC level in a relevant electrical discipline.
• Ability to assemble, wire and test control panels.
• Ideally with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a relevant environment.
• PLC knowledge would be a benefit but is not essential.
• Effective interpersonal relationship skills to create a positive and productive team‑oriented environment with all departments.
• A proactive and flexible approach to work and be comfortable with a dynamic environment with constantly changing priorities.
• Willing and able to travel to customer sites both nationally and internationally.
• Have a flexible work attitude and be safety conscious.
• Physical demands: regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear; occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Skills

• A proactive can‑do attitude.
• A positive and determined work ethic.
• A professional approach with a commitment to excellence in all that you do.
• A team player, willing to continuously and proactively collaborate, share, and seek information and guidance.
• Self‑driven to make a significant contribution to maximizing customer service.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
• 401K, including company match
• Company‑paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid‑time off and company‑paid holidays
• Profit Sharing