Electrical Technician

FAST Technologies Ltd; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive manufacturing organization in Derry/Londonderry is seeking an Entry-Level Electrical Technician to support automation projects. The role requires knowledge of electrical engineering principles, with responsibilities including equipment maintenance and project support. Ideal candidates should have a relevant electrical qualification and good communication skills. Join a friendly team and enjoy opportunities for professional development in a tech-driven environment.

Benefits

Ongoing development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience of designing/building electrical control panels.
• Experience of maintaining/troubleshooting industrial control or PLC systems.
• Experience of Siemens TIA platform.

Responsibilities

• Achieve project milestones within a given time frame and budget.
• Provide efficient, courteous service/support.
• Liaise between customers and management.
• Maintain, repair, and service equipment.
• Work on DC Systems in a cleanroom environment.
• Test, troubleshoot, and modify electrical systems.
• Evaluate, calibrate, and test modified equipment circuits.
• Assemble/modify systems per engineering instructions.
• Complete all job-related paperwork.
• Follow health and safety procedures.
• Promote the capabilities of the company.

Skills

Electrical Technician

Electrical Engineering

Education

HNC Electrical Engineering/City & Guilds Electrical Engineering/NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Electrical Technician role within FAST Technologies Ltd, reporting to the Automation & Machine Build Manager, working with the Automation Team.

About FAST

FAST is an advanced manufacturing company, specialising in bespoke machine build, automation, robotics, and software solutions for companies globally. With 25 years experience in industrial automation, FAST provides best in class automation solutions with a proven track record in the application of automation across all sectors and industries. We develop bespoke technical solutions for a global client base, focusing on state-of-the-art automation technologies that are developed and can be deployed into manufacturing facilities with immediate effect. We partner with industry leaders across the world and can provide a comprehensive portfolio comprising individual robots and robotic cells for automated production steps, all the way to large-scale customised systems. We help our customers automate so they can focus on their core business.

Role contribution

The successfully appointed candidate will play a key role to apply principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, electronic and electrical testing, pneumatics, and automation across the business.

Responsibilities

• To achieve project milestones within a given time frame and budget and to complete projects on time and within budget.
• To provide customers with an efficient, courteous service / support / as when and where required.
• To liaise between customers and management ensuring an orderly flow of information and materials.
• To maintain, repair and service existing / new equipment within a tidy, safe, and efficient working environment.
• To work DC Systems, in a cleanroom environment, on or with wet process equipment and / or automated assemblies etc.
• To lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electrical, pneumatic, automation, electronic components, parts, equipment and systems.
• To evaluate, calibrate and test new / modified equipment circuits and fixtures.
• To assemble / modify systems and equipment according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronic systems and components.
• To complete all job-related paperwork and documentation as required.
• To follow all company / customer health and safety, quality procedures.
• To promote the capabilities of FAST Technologies Ltd.

Essential

• HNC Electrical Engineering/City & Guilds Electrical Engineering/ NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office or equivalent.

Desirable

• Experience of designing/building electrical control panels
• Experience of maintaining/trouble shooting industrial control or PLC systems
• Experience of Siemens TIA platform

What we will do for you

In return we offer you the opportunity to work in a progressive innovative organisation, with ongoing rapid business growth, with opportunities for development. Our client base includes some of the worlds most successful technology-based companies and world leaders in manufacturing. You will have autonomy to manage your own workload, with a friendly and supportive team to work with.

Skills

Electrical Technician, Electrical Engineering

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing