Electrical Technician: Huxley Bertram £13.00 to £23.50 per hour, nr Cambridge (ET021)

Huxley Bertram; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 17,908 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life insurance

Critical illness insurance

Employee Trust Shareholding Scheme

33 days holiday including Bank Holidays

Job summary

Huxley Bertram is seeking an Electrical Technician to support the electrical build, testing, and installation of machinery near Cambridge. The role, offering competitive pay from £13.00 to £23.50 per hour, involves working collaboratively across engineering functions. The successful candidate will have qualifications in Electrical Engineering and experience with industrial machinery. Benefits include 33 days holiday, pension, life insurance, and flexible working hours. Join us in a supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and technical challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience in electrically biased machinery build including wiring.
• Experience working on special purpose or bespoke machinery.
• Knowledge of the Machinery Directive.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical builds of machinery per project spec.
• Install and test electrical components and systems.
• Collaborate with teams and support project delivery.

Skills

Practical and technical aptitude in engineering

Familiarity with electrical components (switchgear, PLCs, etc.)

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

IT literacy

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in electrical installation

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Electrical Technician: Huxley Bertram £13.00 to £23.50 per hour, nr Cambridge (ET021)

enable engineering transformation at Huxley Bertram

Huxley Bertram Engineering Limited designs and builds bespoke machinery and automated equipment for clients operating in high technology and regulated sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical devices, energy, research, and nuclear.

We are seeking a capable and detail focused Electrical Technician to support the electrical build, testing, and installation of special purpose machinery. This role plays a key part in delivering high quality engineering solutions that meet both company standards and client requirements.

Why Huxley Bertram

Founded in 1979, Huxley Bertram has delivered over 1,000 engineered solutions worldwide. We combine innovation, practicality, and simplicity to solve complex engineering challenges.

We encourage collaborative working, professional autonomy, and continuous improvement. Our work is technically challenging and varied, offering opportunities to develop skills across electrical, mechanical, and control disciplines.

In 2024, the company transitioned to an Employee Benefit Trust, reflecting our long term commitment to our people, sustainability, and shared success.

What You'll Do

The Electrical Technician is responsible for the electrical build, testing, and commissioning of machinery, ensuring work is completed in accordance with project specifications, company standards, and applicable safety requirements. The role involves close collaboration with electrical, mechanical, controls, and commissioning teams, as well as occasional travel to customer sites for installation and modification activities.

Key Responsibilities

Machinery Electrical Build

• Carry out the electrical build of special purpose machinery in line with project documentation and schematics.
• Install, wire, and test electrical components including control panels, field devices, and machine wiring.
• Support electrical testing, fault finding, and commissioning activities.
• Attend customer sites to support machine installation, commissioning, and modifications where required.

Collaboration and Communication

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across engineering and operations to support successful project delivery.
• Communicate progress, issues, and technical information clearly to colleagues and line management.
• Contribute positively to a professional, respectful, and inclusive working environment.

Flexibility and Continuous Improvement

• Manage workload effectively in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Adapt to business and customer requirements as needed.
• Support continuous improvement of electrical standards, processes, and ways of working.

Who You Are

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Good practical and technical aptitude in an engineering environment.
• Good familiarisation with typical industrial machinery electrical components e.g. switchgear, servo drives & motors, PLC's, sensors etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A methodical and organised approach to work, with good attention to detail.
• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic IT literacy and confidence using standard business tools.
• A positive, professional attitude and willingness to support colleagues.

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Electrical Engineering, or completion of a recognised UK electrical apprenticeship.
• Practical experience in electrically biased machinery build, including panel and field wiring.
• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in electrical installation or electrical maintenance (machinery).
• Experience working on special purpose or bespoke machinery.
• Practical working knowledge of the Machinery Directive.

Why You'll Love Working with Us

Huxley Bertram offers a supportive, technically interesting environment where individuals are trusted to own their responsibilities. We are a stable business with a strong reputation and a global customer base, and we value professionalism, clarity, and collaboration.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive Pay: £13.00-£23.50 per hour dependent on experience, plus overtime.
• Flexible Working: 40 hour week, with flexibility on how these are structured.
• Holidays: 33 days including Bank Holidays.
• Benefits: Pension scheme, life insurance, critical illness insurance, and participation in the Employee Trust Shareholding Scheme.
• Location: Waterbeach, near Cambridge, with convenient road and rail access.

Location

Our main office and manufacturing facilities are located in Waterbeach, near Cambridge, UK, with convenient access to road and rail networks.