Electrical Engineer

HR GO Recruitment; Ashford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support their Ashford client. This full-time position involves working with industrial machinery, preparing control panels, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering and relevant experience. This role offers a salary of £35,000 - £42,000 per annum depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with industrial machinery.
• Proficient in interpreting technical drawings.
• Experience with pneumatics and electro-pneumatics.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble electrical control panels and integrate them into machinery.
• Test machinery including fault finding and PLC control setup.
• Work with design engineers to develop new designs.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

PLC control

Pneumatics

Technical Drawings Interpretation

Education

Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Ashford
Position: Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30
Salary: 35,000 - 42,000 per annum (Dependent on experience)

About the Role:
We are delighted to be once again recruiting exclusively for our Ashford based client. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects involving industrial machinery, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with safety regulations, they are a fantastic company with great values!

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and assembly of electrical control panels from components, their subsequent installation and integration onto machinery.
• Electrical and electro-pneumatic assembly and testing of machinery including fault finding and PLC control set up.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, work closely with Design Engineers to develop new designs.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure seamless operation of machinery.
• Apply expertise in pneumatics and electro-pneumatics to troubleshoot and optimise machinery performance.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with BS EN 60204 Part 1 (Electrical Safety of Machinery) or equivalent specifications.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in working with industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in interpreting and understanding technical drawings.
• Solid experience in handling pneumatics and electro-pneumatics systems.
• Knowledge of BS EN 60204 Part 1 or equivalent electrical safety standards is essential.