Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electrical Installation Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Batley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electrical Installation Engineer to join their dynamic team in Batley. This exciting role involves the installation of low voltage and mains electrical systems on a variety of specialized vehicles, including Fire and Rescue units. Ideal candidates will possess relevant electrical qualifications and have a strong understanding of wiring schematics. The position offers a day shift with a two-week shift pattern, ensuring a balanced work-life schedule. If you are self-motivated and enjoy working both independently and as part of a team, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant electrical qualification required.
• Experience with hand tools like soldering and crimping.

Responsibilities

• Install low voltage and mains electrical systems on vehicles.
• Work on Fire Service specialist equipment installations.

Skills

Installation of low voltage systems

Electrical qualification (City & Guilds, NVQ)

Soldering and crimping

Ability to read wiring schematics

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Hand tools

CCTV systems

CANbus systems

Job description

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Client:

AWD online

Location:

Batley, United Kingdom

Job Category:

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

29.04.2025

Expiry Date:

13.06.2025

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Job Description:

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electrical Installation Engineer with a relevant electrical qualification, competence in the use of hand tools to include soldering and crimping, who has the ability to install low voltage and mains electrical systems.

As the Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electrical Installation Engineer you will carry out vehicle electrical installation work on a wide range of new HGV based Fire and Rescue Vehicles.

The work will involve installation of low voltage systems including major control boards, fuse boxes and harnesses, as well as aftermarket work including CCTV systems, tyre pressure monitoring and VDS systems.

The Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electrical Installation Engineer will generally work a day shift role on a 2 week-shift pattern (no weekends).

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DUTIES

Your duties as an Auto Electrician / Vehicle Electrical Installation Engineer will include:

• Installation of low voltage (12/24v systems) including major controls boards, fuse boxes and harnesses
• Installation of aftermarket including CCTV systems, tyre pressure monitoring and VDS systems
• Installation of Fire Service specialist equipment including LED lamps, light bars, siren systems and pump control panels
• Installation of mains electrical systems (240v) including chassis battery cables, battery charging and ‘jump start’ systems, auxiliary batteries and RCD/MCB circuits
• Installation of CANbus systems including controllers, control screens and telematics systems; a working knowledge of CAN is desirable
• There may be occasions when you are required to work in other workshop departments
• Be aware of and adhere to the Company’s Health and Safety Policy

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to read and follow wiring schematics is essential
• Ideally hold a relevant electrical qualification City & Guilds, NVQ
• Previous experience in a similar environment would be an advantage but not essential
• A working knowledge of CAN is desirable
• Self-motivated
• Be able to work as part of a team or independently as required
• The ability to work to deadlines
• Be competent to use hand tools, including soldering and crimping as part of the role