Electrical Technician

Nicholas Associates; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Technician in Sheffield. The ideal candidate will possess strong electrical engineering skills, a commitment to quality and safety, and will work collaboratively in a team. This position involves building, testing, and maintaining electrical systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5 years of electrical work experience or 3 years as an electrical technician.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with electrical wiring, circuits, and testing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Building and assembling electrical systems from diagrams.
• Calibrating electrical equipment and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Troubleshooting electrical issues during assembly and testing.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Electrical schematics interpretation

Troubleshooting

Education

Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification

18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification

Tools

Electrical testing instruments

Electrical hand tools

Job description

Position : Electrical Technician (some mechanical skills beneficial)

Location : Sheffield with occasional time needed on customer sites

Salary : 30,000- 40,000

Hours : Monday to Friday days

Visa Support : No - you MUST have the right to work in the UK

Driving Licence : Full UK driving licence preferred

Duties :

Responsibilities:

• Building and assembling electrical systems, equipment, instruments etc from diagrams
• Factory acceptance test of components and products
• Panel wiring
• Fabricating and maintaining electrical subsystems and components
• Performing calibration of electrical equipment to ensure accurate and reliable performance.
• Collecting and analysing electrical data, measurements, and observations using electrical testing instruments.
• Recording and documenting electrical test data and results accurately and in a timely manner.
• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and reproducibility of products
• Troubleshooting electrical issues and resolving technical problems that arise during build and assembly
• Collaborating with team members to analyse and interpret electrical data.
• Ensuring electrical equipment complies with safety standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Assisting with installation and commissioning on client sites

Qualifications, Experience and Skills:

Essential:

• Level 3 Electrical Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, BTEC, NVQ, or equivalent).
• 18th Edition IET Wiring Regulations qualification (or equivalent).
• 5 years of experience in electrical work, or 3 years of experience as an electrical technician in an engineering environment.
• Experience with building, maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting electrical systems and equipment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• Familiarity with electrical wiring, circuits, and testing equipment.
• Able to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams.
• Proficient in using electrical hand tools and testing instruments.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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