Electrical Build Technician

We are working with a global manufacturing organisation operating across four UK sites, supplying high-tech, complex engineered systems into advanced industries. This is a stable, long-term opportunity within a business that genuinely invests in its people, training, and career progression.

The Role

As an Electrical Build Technician, you'll be responsible for the build and assembly of complex electrical systems and sub-assemblies, working to high quality, ISO, and customer standards. You'll play a key role in supporting production efficiency, mentoring junior technicians, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Build electrical systems, sub-assemblies, and piece parts to required quality standards

Ensure BOMs and customer specifications are met

Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve build issues efficiently

Report technical issues through the FRACAS process

Provide build sequence guidance and technical support to the team

Mentor and support junior technicians

Maintain excellent standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and H&S (5S)

Contribute to continuous improvement across production

Work to a rotating shift pattern as directed by the Team Leader

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience building electrical systems, ideally for complex or special-purpose machinery

Strong background in electrical wiring and panel building

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings

Hands-on experience with:

Control panels

MCBs, contractors, and relays

Inverter drives and PLCs

Cable crimping, soldering, and termination

Excellent attention to detail and fault-finding ability

Strong commitment to high-quality build standards

Desirable Qualifications

Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship

16th or 17th Edition Electrical qualification

HNC / HND in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

City & Guilds Electrical / Electronic qualifications

Other relevant electrical certifications

Shift Pattern

Early: 06:00 - 14:00 (Mon-Thurs)

Afternoon: 14:00 - 22:00 (Mon-Thurs)

Friday: 06:00 - 11:00 or 11:00 - 16:00
(4 x 8-hour shifts + 1 x 5-hour shift per week)

Benefits

Competitive salary

Structured career development & progression

Good work-life balance

Private healthcare

Share plan incentive

25 days annual leave

Defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan

Flexible benefits package

Interested? Let's Talk

To apply or find out more, contact:

Freddie Southall
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📞 (phone number removed)

👉 If you're an Electrical Build Technician looking for long-term stability, cutting-edge projects, and genuine progression - this is one worth exploring