Location: Carlisle
Salary: Up to £19 per hour
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer looking for a hands‑on role with a leading manufacturer? We are looking for a skilled engineer to join the team, wiring and assembling electrical control panels to high quality and safety standards.
About the Role
As an Electrical Engineer, you will:
Wire electrical control panels, working from wiring schematics or assembly drawings (training available where required).
Safely wire electrical control panels to customer and engineering specifications, ensuring compliance with wiring and design standards.
Work from schematic wiring diagrams and General Arrangement Drawings to produce or assist in the production of electrical control panels, either independently or as part of a team.
Behaviours We Value
We set high standards of performance and ethical behaviour. We are looking for someone who embodies:
Working with integrity
Being commercially astute
Partnering people and change
Driven to make a difference
Accountable for actions
Courageous leadership
Environmentally responsible
Key Responsibilities
Assemble electronic/electrical sub‑assemblies from schematic diagrams, drawings or verbal instructions, following works orders to ISO9001 standards.
Wire and solder wiring harnesses and cable assemblies.
Perform limited troubleshooting and testing of assemblies.
Ensure assembly and sub‑assembly build times are met to maintain departmental efficiency targets of 100%.
Support major project schedules, ensuring integration dates and tooling/spares completion deadlines are achieved.
Carry out job tasks safely using good working practices.
Complete all assembly work to department quality standards and in line with health and safety requirements.
Other Responsibilities
Continuous Personal Development: Commit to ongoing development to support your role and contribute to company growth.
Health and Safety: Follow all company Health & Safety policies (e.g., obtaining an ECS card prior to site surveys).
Diversity: Work in a fair, inclusive and professional manner, ensuring exceptional service standards are maintained.
People Management: Mentor and share knowledge with less experienced team members.
Quality: Support a client‑focused culture with total commitment to quality.
Other Duties: Tasks may vary from time to time in line with the needs of the business, without altering the overall nature of the role.
Person Specification
Essential Criteria
Education & Qualifications
Time served in an electrical discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering).
BS7671 18th edition (D).
ECS card (D).
Experience & Knowledge
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar industrial/engineering environment.
Good understanding of electrical/electronic systems.
Technical competence in low voltage AC/DC panel wiring, looming and high‑voltage installations.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
Skills
Strong fault‑finding and diagnostic ability.
Good problem‑solving skills.
Able to use initiative and work both independently and within a team.
Strong communication skills and willingness to share knowledge.
Personal Qualities
Hard‑working and motivated.
Reliable and punctual.
Meticulous with strong attention to detail.
Resilient and calm under pressure.
Driven, ambitious and committed to personal development.
Other Requirements
Flexible and adaptable to working hours and job tasks, with a willingness to work overtime.
Right to work in the UK.
Driving licence.
You may have experience in the following: Electrical Engineer, Panel Wirer, Control Panel Engineer, Electrical Technician, Industrial Electrician, Electrical Fitter, Panel Wiring Technician, Assembly Electrician, Electrical Installation Engineer, Maintenance Electrician, Control Systems Electrician, Electrical Wireperson, LV Electrician, Electrical Assembly Technician
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