Electrical Controls Assembler – Panel Wiring & Testing

BW Packaging Group; Bircotes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Packaging Group UK is seeking a time-served Electrical Engineer to ensure equipment and machinery are wired to a high standard, meeting timelines and BW Packaging standards.

You will read wiring diagrams, perform earth/rotation/IO checks, assist with electrical maintenance, train apprentices, and support new product line integration while maintaining safe, hazard-free work areas and being flexible for overtime when required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience as an electrician
• Education in a relevant engineering discipline, Advanced NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Apprenticeship
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
• Basic computer skills in Excel and Word
• A self-starter with a ‘can do’ flexible attitude
• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team
• Drive and determination to succeed

Responsibilities

• Comply with the Health & Safety at Work Regulations 1974, current legislation and BWIS company policies & procedures
• Assembly / wire control panel back plates, mount electrical field wiring components, cable management to Customer Specification & BW Packaging Standards.
• Read and interpret electrical wiring and schematic diagrams, bills of material and specifications.
• Perform Earth, Rotation, I/O checks on control panel & machine wiring/ fault finding prior to handover to Controls Engineer.
• Sign off worksheet, to confirm quality checks have been completed.
• Assist with the electrical maintenance of our facility.
• Offer guidance and support to electrical contractors when required.
• Providing training, guidance, and support to apprentices and other members of the assembly team to increase their skills and knowledge base.
• Support the integration of new product lines being adopted by BW Packaging.
• Clean and organise all equipment and work areas, ensuring they are always free from hazards and customer ready.
• Be available & have flexibility to work overtime on evenings and weekends if or when it is required.
• Attend training courses to support your duties and development.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Wiring

Control panels

Schematic diagrams

Earth/Rotation IO checks

Training apprentices

Education

Advanced NVQ Level 3 or equivalent Apprenticeship

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

BW Packaging Group UK is seeking a time-served Electrical Engineer to ensure equipment and machinery are wired to a high standard, meeting timelines and BW Packaging standards.

You will read wiring diagrams, perform earth/rotation/IO checks, assist with electrical maintenance, train apprentices, and support new product line integration while maintaining safe, hazard-free work areas and being flexible for overtime when required.