Control Panel Builder

Job Advert; Sandy; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus scheme

20 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme and life assurance

Company sick pay scheme

Workwear provided

Staff meals and company events

Subsidised vending machines

Overtime available at 1.5x the rate

Job summary

Job Advert is seeking a skilled Control Panel Builder to join our electrical team in Sandy. The role is workshop-based, hands-on, and focused on bespoke, small-batch production with high precision and workmanship.

Applicants should have a minimum of four years' experience, strong schematic interpretation, and ability to work independently or with a team. Full UK driving licence is essential, with overtime at 1.5x available.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in electrical control panel building.
• Proficient in reading electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with wire selection, crimping, ferrule termination and cable routing.
• Understand AC and DC control systems; maintain high workmanship quality.

Responsibilities

• Build and wire low-voltage control panels including 24V DC and AC systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical layouts and BOMs.
• Install and terminate components: circuit protection, relays, solenoids, drives, and contactors.
• Install and wire HMIs and PLC systems (Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley, Siemens).
• Construct various panel types: junction boxes, HMIs, MCCs, and cabinets.
• Fabricate components using hand and workshop tools; measure and cut materials.
• Work with stainless steel, GRP, mild steel and galvanised steel; perform testing.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspace; coordinate with design/test engineers.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading

Wiring & termination

Panel assembly

Quality workmanship

Independent working

Team collaboration

Safe workshop practices

Education

Formal electrical qualifications

Electrical apprenticeship

Tools

EPLAN

Mitsubishi PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Role: Control Panel Builder
Location: Sandy SG19
Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday
Salary: £16.00 - £18.00 per hour

An excellent opportunity has now arisen for an experienced Control Panel Builder to join our client's successful electrical team.

Who are they?

Our client is a world leader in the design and manufacture of bespoke food processing systems. They specialise in high-quality, custom-built industrial cooking and cooling equipment supplied to customers across a range of markets.

This is a hands-on, workshop-based opportunity working on bespoke, small-batch production where precision, craftsmanship and attention to detail are essential.

Benefits:

• Annual bonus scheme, subject to company performance
• 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days with length of service
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Company sick pay scheme
• Workwear provided
• Staff meals and company events
• Subsidised vending machines
• Overtime available at 1.5x the standard hourly rate

Duties of a Control Panel Builder:

• Build and wire low-voltage control panels, working with #removed#V AC, single and three-phase systems and 24V DC
• Read and interpret EPLAN electrical schematics, mechanical layout drawings and detailed BOMs
• Install and terminate a range of electrical components, including circuit protection devices, relays, solenoid valves, inverter drives, soft starts and contactors
• Install and wire HMIs and PLC systems, including Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley and Siemens
• Build and work across a variety of panel types, including junction boxes, HMI enclosures, MCCs and multi-door cabinets
• Use hand and power tools to fabricate and assemble panel components
• Measure, mark out and work with materials including stainless steel, GRP, mild steel and galvanised steel
• Carry out continuity testing and basic functional checks
• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient working area
• Work closely with design and test engineers while following guidance from the supervisor

What we would like from you:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in electrical control panel building
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical layout drawings
• Experience with wire selection, crimping, ferrule termination and cable routing
• Good understanding of both AC and DC control systems
• High attention to detail with a consistent focus on quality workmanship
• Competent and confident using hand and workshop power tools
• Good understanding of safe working practices within an electrical workshop
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider team
• Full UK driving licence is essential

Desirable:

• Formal electrical qualifications
• Completed electrical apprenticeship
• Experience using EPLAN and interpreting detailed BOMs
• Previous experience within food machinery, industrial automation or a similar engineering environment
• Understanding of electrical testing procedures and control panel safety checks

Development & Career Progression

This role offers excellent opportunities for career development, with potential progression into positions such as:

• Panel Shop