Futures recruitment are working with a well known and growing manufacturing business in the region who are looking to appoint an In-House Electrical Technician. This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking manufacturer known for quality, innovation, and investment in its people. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting production through high-quality electrical assembly, panel wiring, and fault-finding.
The In-House Electrical Technician will be responsible for building, wiring, and maintaining electrical control panels and associated systems used within a busy manufacturing environment. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure equipment is built accurately, safely, and to specification.
This is a hands-on role suited to a technician who is confident working from technical drawings and electrical schematics.
Key Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings
Building and wiring control panels in line with engineering specifications
Installing electrical components including contactors, relays, PLCs, drives, and circuit protection devices
Testing panels and systems to ensure correct functionality prior to commissioning
Carrying out fault-finding and rectification work when required
Supporting installation and commissioning of equipment within the factory
Ensuring all work complies with relevant electrical standards and health & safety regulations
Maintaining accurate documentation and records
Candidate Requirements
Proven experience in an electrical technician or panel wiring role within a manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wire panels accordingly
Experience working with control panels and industrial electrical systems
Knowledge of PLC wiring (programming experience advantageous but not essential)
Understanding of electrical regulations and safe working practices
Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach
Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g. NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent)