Electrical Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist in the electrical industry is seeking an Electrical Technician for a permanent day shift role in Clydebank. The successful candidate will execute maintenance activities, ensuring reliable operation of various plant and equipment. Candidates should possess relevant certifications and experience in heavy industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role required.
• Current CSCS card or equivalent, with PASMA and MEWP licenses beneficial.
• Forklift license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Executing planned and corrective electrical maintenance activities.
• Implementing scheduled maintenance using CMMS.
• Responding to equipment failures and performing corrective measures.

Skills

Knowledge of automated/PLC-controlled equipment

Ability to read and understand electrical schematics

Understanding of mechanical systems

Flexibility and responsiveness to business needs

Education

Certification according to IET Wiring Regulations BS7671 17th/18th edition

Trade-level electrical engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Technician to join our client, a leading specialist in their industry with customers worldwide. This is a great opportunity to join a company that values its employees and focuses on opportunities and progression. The role is a day shift, permanent position.

Your responsibilities will include executing planned and corrective electrical maintenance activities to ensure reliable operation and performance of various plant and equipment.

Key duties include:

1. Implementing scheduled maintenance using work orders from the computerised maintenance management system (CMMS).
2. Responding to equipment failures and performing corrective measures.
3. Demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of industrial electrical equipment, including PLCs, electrical panels, MCCs, SCADA systems, and general electrical duties.
4. Performing disassembly, repair, overhaul, and testing of electrical plant.
5. Installing and repairing industrial equipment and components.
6. Investigating symptoms to identify root causes of problems.
7. Proposing solutions for improving plant safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Qualifications and experience required:

1. Certification according to IET Wiring Regulations BS7671 17th/18th edition.
2. Trade-level electrical engineering apprenticeship.
3. Experience in a similar role.
4. Knowledge of automated/PLC-controlled equipment, MCCs, and SCADA systems.
5. Ability to read and understand electrical, mechanical, and process schematics, including P&ID diagrams.
6. Understanding of mechanical systems is advantageous.
7. Experience in heavy industry is desirable.
8. Current CSCS card or equivalent, with PASMA and MEWP licenses beneficial.
9. Forklift license is advantageous.
10. Certification in confined spaces and BA escape is beneficial.
11. Strong understanding of safe work systems, including risk assessments, method statements, isolation procedures, and permits to work.
12. Proficiency with handheld computerized equipment.
13. Flexibility and responsiveness to business needs.
14. Valid driver's license.

If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, please get in touch today!

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