Electrical Technician

Blue Arrow; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Arrow in the Midlands is seeking an Electrical Engineering Technician to support bespoke automation and electrical systems from design through to installation and commissioning.

You will prepare electrical design documentation using EPLAN, produce schematics, panel layouts, BOMs and installation docs, collaborating with engineers to deliver projects on time and to high standards. The role requires accuracy and hands-on involvement with control panels, drives and sensors.

Qualifications

• Experience producing electrical diagrams, schematics and panel layouts in an industrial, automation, manufacturing or machinery environment.
• Proficient with EPLAN Electric P8 or similar CAD software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop electrical design drawings and documentation using EPLAN Electric P8.
• Produce electrical schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, bills of materials and associated project documentation.
• Support the selection and specification of electrical components in line with project requirements and engineering standards.
• Assist in the design of control panels, power distribution systems, drives, motors, safety devices, sensors and associated equipment.
• Respond to technical queries from manufacturing, software, installation and commissioning teams.
• Ensure all electrical documentation is accurate, controlled and suitable for manufacture and installation.

Skills

Electrical drawings

EPLAN Electric P8

Panel layouts

Schematic development

Industrial automation

Attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or apprenticeship

Tools

EPLAN Electric P8

Job description

Electrical Engineering Technician

Location: Midlands

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an Electrical Engineering Technician to support the design and delivery of bespoke automation and electrical systems projects.

This role will involve preparing and developing electrical design documentation using EPLAN, including schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, bills of materials and installation documentation. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will support projects from design through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop electrical design drawings and documentation using EPLAN Electric P8.
• Produce electrical schematics, panel layouts, cable schedules, bills of materials and associated project documentation.
• Support the selection and specification of electrical components in line with project requirements and engineering standards.
• Assist in the design of control panels, power distribution systems, drives, motors, safety devices, sensors and associated equipment.
• Respond to technical queries from manufacturing, software, installation and commissioning teams.
• Ensure all electrical documentation is accurate, controlled and suitable for manufacture and installation.

Essential Requirements

• Experience producing electrical drawings, schematics and panel layouts within an industrial, automation, manufacturing or machinery environment.
• Experience using EPLAN Electric P8 or similar electrical design software.
• Understanding of industrial control panels, automation systems and electrical components.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, technical specifications and project documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with a structured approach to producing and maintaining design documentation.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• HNC, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working with PLC hardware, drives, motors, sensors, safety devices and industrial field equipment.

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