Electrical Build Engineer - Dorchester

Mane Contract Services; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Dorchester is seeking an Electrical Build Engineer to review technical drawings and build bespoke robot-based systems. Candidates should have an HNC in an electrical-focused course and demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills. The role includes diagnosing electrical faults and travel to install systems at client sites. A competitive salary and a flexible working environment are offered with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary (£30k-£40k DOE)

Flexible working environment

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Occupational sick pay

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Free parking

Generous overnight allowance

Qualifications

• Must be a British Citizen and eligible for security clearance.
• Confident in reading and interpreting electrical drawings.
• Able to work autonomously and plan workload.

Responsibilities

• Review technical drawings and build bespoke electromechanical systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Reading electrical drawings

Understanding industrial & safety systems

Education

HNC in electrical-focused course or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Electrical Build Engineer – Dorchester

Job type: Permanent | Salary: £30,000-£40,000 per annum | Start date: Immediate

The Role

You will review technical drawings and build high-quality, bespoke, robot-based electromechanical automation systems to specification and in line with required safety standards. This is a hands-on role requiring teamwork, communication, and proactive problem-solving. You\'ll collaborate with stakeholders to deliver technical projects, provide feedback on improvements, and ensure systems are built and tested to a high standard. The role also involves diagnosing and resolving electrical faults and occasional travel to install robotic automation systems at client sites. Due to the nature of some projects, applicants must be British Citizens and eligible to obtain security clearance up to DV level.

About You

• HNC in an electrical-focused course, apprentice trained, or equivalent experience
• Confident reading & interpreting electrical drawings
• Strong problem-solving skills & willingness to learn new technologies
• Understanding of industrial & safety systems
• Able to plan workload & work autonomously
• Excellent communication skills (written & verbal)
• Full UK driving licence
• Willing & able to travel to customer sites

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary (£30k-£40k DOE)
• Flexible working environment
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Occupational sick pay
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday buy/sell scheme
• Free parking
• Friendly, supportive work environment
• Generous overnight allowance