Electrician

Caterpillar Inc.; Larne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave/Bank holidays

Bonus potential

Pension scheme

Share scheme

Flexible benefits

EV car lease

Health & dental plans

Job summary

Caterpillar Inc. is hiring an Electrician for our Larne, NI facility. You will read complex schematics and perform wiring, installations, panel connections, and conduit work to build high-quality electrical systems for generator sets.

You will follow safety, quality, and process standards while contributing to continuous improvement. Join a global leader with a four-day week focus, strong pension and share schemes, and opportunities for training and career development in a collaborative

Qualifications

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or NVQ3 equivalent.
• Experience in wiring, terminations, panel connections, cable tray installation, conduit fitting and crimping.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting; lean principles are beneficial.
• Ability to meet production schedules while maintaining quality.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to first-time right work.
• Willingness to work at height and in confined spaces.
• Basic computer literacy; training provided as needed.
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret schematic drawings to plan assembly methods.
• Carry out electrical wiring, installations, panel connections and conduit fitting.
• Install cable tray, ladder rack and perform crimping on gensets and enclosures.
• Operate power and hand tools safely and efficiently.
• Identify faults and report defects promptly.
• Maintain 5S and participate in continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate Caterpillar values and professionalism; assist colleagues as needed.
• Undertake other duties related to the role.

Skills

Electrical qualification

Electrical assembly

Lean manufacturing

Production scheduling

Attention to detail

Health and safety

Basic computer literacy

Flexible shifts

Teamwork

Education

Electrical qualification (NVQ3)

Job description

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Career Area

Operations

Compensation Grade

5

Job Title

Electrician

Hourly Pay

37.5 hours per week (Monday to Thursdays) Competitive rates include £17.95/hr (Day Shift), £23.93/hr (Night Shift).

Location

Larne, NI

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + 8 Bank Holidays
• Up to 6% Bonus
• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar company contribution is up to 6%
• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, additional holiday purchase.

Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Why Join Caterpillar?

Join a global industry leader where your skills help build products that power critical infrastructure around the world. In return, you'll benefit from a four-day working week, competitive pay, bonus potential, generous pension contributions, and a flexible benefits package.

With a strong focus on employee development, safety, and wellbeing, Caterpillar offers long-term career opportunities within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Opportunity

Join our team as an Electrician and play a key role in building and assembling high-quality electrical systems for industry-leading products. Working from complex schematic drawings, you'll be responsible for wiring, installations, panel connections, and electrical fit-out activities while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and workmanship.

This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a collaborative environment where continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional development are valued.

What You Will Do

• Read and interpret complex schematic drawings to plan assembly methods and sequencing.
• Carry out a range of electrical assembly activities, including wiring, installations, terminations, panel connections, cable tray and ladder rack installation, conduit fitting, and crimping on gensets and enclosures.
• Safely operate a variety of power tools, hand tools, and associated equipment.
• Identify and report equipment faults, malfunctions, or defects.
• Adhere to all safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Support and maintain 5S principles and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate behaviours aligned with our Values in Action and maintain high standards of professionalism.
• Provide training and support to colleagues as required.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the role.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• A recognised Electrical Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent electrical qualification.
• Proven experience in electrical assembly and installation, including wiring, terminations, panel connections, cable tray and ladder rack installation, conduit fitting, and crimping.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment, with previous exposure to lean manufacturing principles being advantageous.
• Ability to work to defined production schedules and process times while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering work right first time.
• Comfortable working at height and within enclosed workspaces where required.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and quality, with a proactive approach to maintaining safe working practices.
• Basic computer literacy would be beneficial, although full training can be provided.
• Flexibility to work a range of shift patterns and undertake reasonable overtime to support business requirements.

Additional Information

• The electrician role is subject to a 4% hourly pay increase effective 1st October 2026, updating the hourly day shift rate to £18.67p/h and hourly night shift rate to £24.89p/h.
• Uniform and PPE will be provided
• Onsite Canteen
• Free onsite parking
• Overtime opportunities may be available on Fridays, subject to business requirements

About Our Larne Facility

Located in Northern Ireland, our Larne facility designs and manufactures large generator sets that power critical industries worldwide, supporting sectors such as data centres, healthcare, construction and utilities in more than 100 countries.

As a vertically integrated manufacturing site, Larne brings together expertise across engineering design, project management, fabrication, welding, electrical systems, assembly and testing. It's a place where innovative thinking, technical excellence and teamwork come together to deliver products that keep essential infrastructure running around the globe.

Beyond manufacturing, Larne is committed to developing future talent through apprenticeships, training programmes and community partnerships, offering employees the opportunity to build rewarding careers while making a positive impact both locally and globally.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For over 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Posting Dates

September 11, 2026 - September 25, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.