Role: Electrical Technician
Location: East London
Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Technician to join a well-established engineering organisation. This role would suit a hands-on electrical engineer with strong fault-finding capability across electrical and control systems within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems, including control circuits, PLCs, motors, and inverter drives, while working to high safety and quality standards.
Responsibilities include
Fault-find, maintain, and repair electrical and control circuits
Diagnose faults on PLC controlled systems, motors, and inverter drives
Carry out planned preventative and reactive maintenance activities
Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and control drawings
Support installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical equipment
Ensure all work is completed in line with health & safety regulations and company procedures
Skills and Experience
Proven experience as an Electrical Technician or similar role
Strong fault-finding skills on electrical and control circuits
Experience with PLCs, motors, and inverter drives
Ability to work from electrical drawings and schematics
Good understanding of electrical safety and industrial standards
NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
18th Edition qualification or working towards
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