Skilled Wiring Technician

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Skilled Wiring Technician

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Engineered to Protect, that’s our promise – we protect what matters: our nations, waters, land, cities, people, environment and world. You will be responsible for assembling electrical wiring harnesses and complex electrical assemblies within a production environment, meticulously following engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and work instructions.

Based at our Barnstaple site. Must be onsite 5 days a week.

Salary up to £32k depending on experience.

• Wiring assembly:
  Precisely wiring electrical components according to detailed blueprints and specifications, including stripping, cutting, and crimping wires to connect various connectors and terminals.
• Soldering:
  Performing high‑quality soldering operations on delicate components within wiring assemblies.
• Quality control:
  Inspecting completed wiring harnesses for accuracy, proper connections and adherence to quality standards, identifying and correcting any defects.
• Technical documentation:
  Interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and work instructions to ensure correct assembly procedures.
• Troubleshooting:
  Diagnosing and resolving electrical issues within wiring assemblies, such as faulty connections, incorrect wire routing or component malfunction.
• Material handling:
  Managing and organizing electrical components, wire stock and tooling to ensure efficient production flow.
• Production reporting:
  Maintaining accurate documentation of work completed, including time spent and any quality concerns.

• Previous experience as a wiring technician, electrical assembler or similar role in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of specific industry standards and regulations related to electrical wiring (IPC & J‑Std).
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, wiring diagrams and work instructions.
• Performing high‑quality soldering operations on delicate components within wiring assemblies.
• Precise wiring of electrical components according to detailed blueprints and specifications, including stripping, cutting and crimping wires.
• Excellent manual dexterity to handle small wires, connectors and tools with precision.
• Experience with fibre optics.

At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state‑of‑the‑art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. Our systems support navies worldwide.

• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual, 25 days annual leave plus buy and sell.
• Half‑day Fridays.
• Reservists in the armed forces receive special paid leave.

• Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program.
• All Staff Bonus.
• Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing Centre.
• Sports & Social activities.
• Employee Discounts portal.
• Life assurance policy.
• Publication and recruitment bonus rewards.
• Development opportunities, including Linked In learning.

• Electric vehicle charging points at all sites.
• Private seated lunch areas.
• Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages.
• Onsite showers and toiletries provision.
• Free onsite parking.

To learn more, please call Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team at or reach out to us on Linked In.

Entry level

Full‑time

Electrical Technician

Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom