Electrical Technician

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the automation sector is seeking an Electrical Technician to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will apply your expertise in electrical circuitry and automation to deliver bespoke solutions for a global clientele. With a focus on project milestones, you will work collaboratively to maintain and enhance cutting-edge systems while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. This position offers the chance to grow within a rapidly expanding organization, providing autonomy and support in a progressive environment. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for development

Autonomy over workload

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering is essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Achieve project milestones within time and budget constraints.
• Maintain, repair, and service equipment efficiently.
• Lay out, build, test, and modify electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical Circuitry

Pneumatics

Automation

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

HNC Electrical Engineering

City & Guilds Electrical Engineering

NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens TIA Platform

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Electrical Technician, Preston, Lancashire

Client:

Fast Technologies

Location:

Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Electrical Technician

Reporting to: Automation & Machine Build Manager

Working with: 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 of experience in industrial automation, FAST provides best-in-class automation solutions with a proven track record across various sectors. We develop bespoke technical solutions for a global client base, focusing on state-of-the-art automation technologies that can be deployed into manufacturing facilities immediately. We partner with industry leaders worldwide and offer a comprehensive portfolio, from individual robots and robotic cells to large-scale customised systems. We aim to help our customers automate so they can focus on their core business.

Role Contribution: The successful candidate will apply principles of electronics, electrical circuitry, testing, pneumatics, and automation across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve project milestones within time and budget constraints.
• Provide efficient, courteous service/support to customers.
• Liaise between customers and management to ensure smooth information flow.
• Maintain, repair, and service equipment in a safe, tidy, and efficient environment.
• Work with DC Systems in cleanroom environments and with automated assemblies.
• Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify electrical, pneumatic, electronic components, and systems.
• Evaluate, calibrate, and test new or modified equipment circuits.
• Assemble or modify systems following engineering instructions and manuals.
• Complete all related paperwork and documentation.
• Follow health, safety, and quality procedures.
• Promote FAST Technologies Ltd.'s capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Essential: HNC Electrical Engineering, City & Guilds Electrical Engineering, or NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering
• Excellent communication skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office or equivalent

Desirable:

• Experience designing/building electrical control panels
• Experience maintaining/troubleshooting industrial control or PLC systems
• Experience with Siemens TIA platform

Benefits: Opportunity to work in a progressive, innovative organization experiencing rapid growth, with opportunities for development. Our clients include some of the world's leading technology and manufacturing companies. You will have autonomy over your workload within a supportive team.