Electrical Engineering Technician

Allied Vehicles Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle manufacturer in Scotland is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to join their engineering department. In this role, you will provide expertise on electrical and electronic matters relevant to the conversion business, supporting both New Product Development and Current Model Production. The position comes with flexible working hours and a salary of up to £42k per annum, alongside a generous benefits package including annual leave, health support, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Financial Security through profit share

Annual salary reviews

24/7 Health Support

Industry-leading perks and discounts

Free staff parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Continuous Development opportunities

Exclusive after-sales discounts

Recognition and Rewards program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive electrical installation, maintenance, or repair.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of electrical system installation for vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead/Design Engineers in the development of new and existing vehicle conversions.
• Install and integrate electrical systems for WAV conversions.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in converted vehicles.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and technical drawings accurately.
• Work with CAN bus systems for integration of aftermarket components.

Skills

Automotive electrical installation

Fault-finding techniques

Technical drawing interpretation

Wiring diagrams knowledge

Education

Level 3 Diploma / NVQ in Electrical or Automotive Engineering

Job description

At Allied Vehicles we design, develop, and manufacture a wide range of specialist vehicles, including wheelchair accessible vehicles, taxis, and minibuses.

In addition to manufacturing vehicles, we also offer a range of aftersales services (onsite and mobile), including servicing, repairs and maintenance and we are Scotland’s largest independent parts distributor.

We are a driven, high performance, family business, that achieves our goals through engaging our people and maximising opportunities.

Our commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted name in the industry and we seek enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team.

We are now recruiting for an Electrical Engineering Technician to join our Engineering department.

You will provide engineering expertise on all electrical/electronic technical matters pertaining to the company’s conversion business, including New Product Development (NPD) and Current Model Production (CMP).

You will work Monday to Thursday, with flexible start and finishing times between 7am and 6pm, totalling 37.5 hours per week. The salary is up to £42k per annum dependant on experience.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking and dedicated company.

Why Join Us?

We believe in taking care of our people, and that’s why we offer a fantastic benefits package designed to support your well‑being, career growth, and lifestyle:

• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Financial Security: Access our group life scheme and annual profit share.
• Competitive Growth: Annual salary reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
• 24/7 Health Support: GP24 by HealthHero provides virtual GP services and second opinions for you and your family, 24/7/365.
• Benefits package: Enjoy industry‑leading perks and discounts at your fingertips plus a holiday purchase scheme and EV leasing through OctopusEV.
• Convenient On‑Site Facilities: Free staff parking and an on‑site cafeteria for your convenience.
• Sustainable Travel: Save on your commute with our cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Continuous Development: Frequent learning opportunities to help you grow professionally.
• Exclusive Discounts: Take advantage of after‑sales discounts for yourself, friends, and family.
• Recognition and Rewards: Celebrate your success with our company values and long‑service awards program.

The main duties of the role are:

• Support the Lead/Design Engineers in the development of new and existing vehicle conversions
• Install and integrate electrical systems for WAV conversions, including powered ramps, lifts, and control units.
• Diagnose and repair electrical faults in converted vehicles.
• Interpret wiring diagrams and technical drawings accurately.
• Work with CAN bus systems for integration of aftermarket components.
• Perform soldering, crimping, and cable management to professional standards.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot modern vehicle electronics.
• Training of vehicle specific new development requirements to production ops where required
• Harness prep/build for any new prototype developments
• Maintenance of in‑house test equipment/tooling/workshop ensuring that all calibration certification and documentation is kept up to date, and assisting in sourcing new equipment as needed

To be effective in this role, you will have:

• Level 3 Diploma / NVQ in Electrical or Automotive Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven experience in automotive electrical installation, maintenance, or repair.
• Knowledge of wiring diagrams, schematics, and fault‑finding techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.

Previous experience and knowledge of wheelchair accessibility standards and vehicle adaptation requirements would be advantageous but is not essential.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community.We are committed to the disability confident initiative, and creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals, regardless of disability, have the opportunity to thrive. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments where required to support you through the recruitment process and beyond. We willoffer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themselvesto be disabled, and who meets the requirements for the post.

We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering Allied Vehicles as your potential employer. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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