Control Panel Technician

Berry Recruitment Group; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefitspackage

Ongoing training and development

Varied and interesting projects

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Milton Keynes Industrial Automation is seeking a Control Panel Technician to assemble, wire and test low-voltage control panels and related equipment, ensuring quality and safety.

You will read schematics and drawings, perform wiring and component installation, maintain build records, and collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to drive continuous improvement. A strong eye for detail and teamwork are essential. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer.

Qualifications

• Experience in control panel wiring or electrical assembly.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail for high-quality work.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Build, wire and assemble low-voltage control panels.
• Interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Carry out wiring, cable preparation and component installation.
• Maintain build records and production documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to resolve issues.
• Adhere to quality, health & safety procedures.

Skills

Control panel wiring

Reading schematics

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Electrical testing

Panel building

Job description

Milton Keynes Industrial Automation

As a Control Panel Technician, you will be responsible for the assembly, wiring and testing of electrical control panels and related equipment, ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, wire and assemble low-voltage control panels and electrical assemblies.
• Interpret and work from electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and mechanical drawings.
• Carry out wiring, cable preparation, termination and component installation.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately, safely and within agreed project timescales.
• Maintain build records and production documentation.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to quality standards, health & safety procedures and best working practices.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in control panel wiring, panel building or electrical assembly.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Electrical Craft Apprenticeship or relevant electrical qualification.
• Experience within industrial automation, machinery manufacturing or control panel production.
• Knowledge of electrical testing and fault-finding techniques.
• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices relating to panel build and assembly.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing and successful automation business.
• Varied and interesting projects.
• Supportive team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.