Electrical Technician

Unicorn Resourcing Ltd.; Waterbeach; Sur place; GBP 37 250 000 - 67 337 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Waterbeach location

40-hour week

33 days holiday

Pension

Life insurance

Critical illness cover

Employee share scheme

Résumé du poste

Unicorn Resourcing Ltd. is seeking a practical, detail‑focused Electrical Technician to join a well‑established engineering team in Waterbeach. You will build, wire, test and commission bespoke machinery while collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers.

Travel to customer sites may be required; a Level 2/3 electrical qualification or recognised UK apprenticeship is essential, with experience in panel and field wiring and knowledge of Machinery Directive.

Qualifications

• Strong hands‑on electrical skills and engineering aptitude.
• Familiarity with industrial components (switchgear, PLCs, servo drives, sensors).
• Methodical, organised, and detail-oriented.
• Good communicator with a positive, professional attitude.

Responsabilités

• Build and wire electrical systems using schematics and project documentation.
• Install and test control panels, sensors, motors, drives, and field devices.
• Support fault-finding, testing, and commissioning.
• Assist with installation and modification work at customer sites.
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Hands-on electrical skills

Industrial components

Good communicator

Team and independent work

Detail-oriented

Formation

Level 2/3 Electrical Eng qualification

UK electrical apprenticeship

Level 3 NVQ or equivalent

Description du poste

A well‑established engineering company specialising in bespoke machinery and automation is looking for a practical, detail‑focused Electrical Technician to join its team. You’ll work on unique, technically challenging equipment for clients in high‑tech and regulated industries.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for the electrical build, wiring, testing, and commissioning of special‑purpose machinery, working closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers. Some travel to customer sites for installation and modifications may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and wire electrical systems using schematics and project documentation
• Install and test control panels, sensors, motors, drives, and field devices
• Support fault‑finding, testing, and commissioning
• Assist with installation and modification work at customer sites
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement

About You

• Strong hands‑on electrical skills and engineering aptitude
• Familiarity with industrial components (switchgear, PLCs, servo drives, sensors)
• Methodical, organised, and detail‑oriented
• Good communicator with a positive, professional attitude
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 Electrical Engineering qualification or recognised UK electrical apprenticeship
• Practical experience in machinery electrical build (panel and field wiring)
• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent
• Experience with bespoke/special‑purpose machinery
• Understanding of the Machinery Directive

What’s Offered

• £13.00–£23.50 per hour depending on experience + overtime
• 40‑hour week with some flexibility
• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Pension, life insurance, critical illness cover, and participation in an employee share scheme
• Waterbeach location with good transport links