Electrical Control And Instrumentation Technician

MEICALINK; City Of London; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking skilled Electrical Control & Instrumentation Technicians in London. The role offers a salary between £46,000 and £52,000 based on experience, with comprehensive training and a supportive environment. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship and experience in the water, energy, or pharmaceutical sectors. A full UK driving licence is required, and the role involves field-based work across multiple sites.

Benefits

Fully equipped van

Comprehensive technical training

Continuous professional development

Qualifications

• Time-served electrical background required.
• Experience as an EC&I Technician in relevant sectors.
• Willingness to travel across London and the South East.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, fault-find, and commission instrumentation systems.
• Work on LV systems, PLCs, sensors, and SCADA/DCS controls.
• Carry out electrical testing and inspection of equipment.

Skills

Fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Electrical systems understanding

Health & Safety consciousness

Organizational skills

Proactive attitude

Education

NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Electrical Control & Instrumentation Technicians - London (x3 positions)

Location: London & Surrounding Areas (Field-Based) | Contract Type: Full-Time

Salary: £46,000 - £52,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications - not including overtime)

Full UK Driving Licence required (or overseas equivalent)

Our client is a leading solutions provider delivering sustainable, intelligent, and resilient engineering systems that help industries manage and control critical assets. With expertise spanning LV assembly, HV/LV power distribution, PLC automation, SCADA/DCS systems, and full MEICA integration, they deliver advanced solutions across the water, energy, transport, and pharmaceutical sectors.

Due to continued growth, we\'re seeking three experienced Electrical Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) Technicians to join the team in London. You\'ll be a time-served electrical professional with control and instrumentation experience, ready to take on technically diverse projects across multiple industrial sites.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, fault-find, and commission electrical control and instrumentation systems across industrial environments.
• Work on LV systems, PLCs, sensors, drives, and SCADA/DCS controls.
• Carry out electrical testing, inspection, and calibration of instrumentation and control equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical and automation teams to deliver integrated MEICA solutions.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and to the highest technical standards.
• Maintain clear digital records and report technical findings to project teams.

Qualifications

• Time-served electrical background - NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship (or equivalent) is essential.
• Proven experience as an EC&I Technician within water, energy, transport, pharmaceutical or similar sector.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and process automation.
• Excellent fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Health & Safety conscious, well-organised, and proactive.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London and the South East.

Benefits

• £46,000 - £52,000 basic salary (depending on experience and additional qualifications, not including overtime).
• Fully equipped van, tools, PPE, and mobile technology provided.
• Comprehensive technical training and continuous professional development.
• Opportunities to work on major infrastructure and sustainability projects.
• A supportive environment that values safety, innovation, and quality craftsmanship.

We\'re hiring three Electrical Control & Instrumentation Technicians now - if you\'re time-served, skilled, and ready for a new challenge, apply today and join a team powering sustainable progress across multiple industries