Job Overview

Electrical Engineer

An urgent requirement has opened with one of the region's major construction equipment manufacturers with a great local and national reputation.
Our client are looking to add an Electrical Engineer to their long-standing team - this is an excellent opportunity to join a company experiencing continued growth.

Duties include:

• To build /assemble electrical MCC control panels/Switchgear
• Point to Point wiring of the machine to the back panel
• All aspects involved with the electrical content of a machine build including reading schematics, Drilling, Taping
• etc, mounting peripheral equipment and other mechanical tasks associated with the role.
• To understand the scope and requirements of the panel design from wiring diagrams provided
• Modifying or manufacturing of electrical designs to suit projects
• The ability to follow electrical schematic drawings, in a methodical manner.
• Fault finding, diagnosis and rectification during machine assembly
• Commissioning of drives, motors, vision systems and printers
• PLC input and output testing
• Final electrical testing of equipment before dispatch
• Giving some service support if required
• Work within a controlled environment and to deadlines provided by the management

Skills and Attributes:

• A sound Electrical engineering background
• Ability to interpret panel design from wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of panel assembly/fabrication techniques
• Experience of Electrical control panel or switch gear building
• Experience in the machine building
• Proficiency in the use of hand tools and mechanical equipment and electrical equipment
• Minimum electrical engineering qualifications to City and Guilds or NVQ 3 standard
• The ability to work with the minimum of supervision and to become integrated into a small team
• The ability to be flexible in regard to overtime hours, and tasks undertaken

Offering a competitive package, company benefits and an excellent working environment - this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team.

Please proceed with your application as soon as possible.