SENIOR ELECTRICAL BUILD ENGINEER / SENIOR ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY ENGINEER

ARCA Consulting Ltd; Long Ashton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCA Consulting Ltd in Bristol is seeking a Senior Electrical Build Engineer / Electrical Assembly Engineer to join a high‑tech team. You will assemble and commission advanced simulator systems, working with production and engineering to meet tight specs and quality.

The role demands experience in wiring looms, soldering and safety standards; you will build chassis looms, troubleshoot issues, maintain records, and travel as required while upholding a strong health and safety culture.

Qualifications

• Experience manufacturing wiring looms, soldering and crimping.
• NVQ Level 3 electrical or equivalent apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of electrical safety and compliance standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and BOMs.
• Proficient use of test equipment (multimeters, insulation resistance testers).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and build complex motion systems to design documentation, on time and to spec.
• Install, integrate, and test motion generator systems.
• Carry out fault finding, troubleshooting, and resolving electrical issues.
• Build first-of-type chassis looms and assemblies for mock-ups and system integration.
• Maintain accurate records of build and test progress.
• Collaborate with design, installation, and QA teams to optimise performance.
• Log and escalate blockers, issues, or non-conformances.
• Maintain strong focus on health and safety, ensuring a high-quality workshop environment.

Skills

Wiring looms

Soldering

Crimping

Electrical schematics

Test equipment

Driving licence (UK)

Education

NVQ Level 3 electrical

Job description

SENIOR ELECTRICAL BUILD ENGINEER / SENIOR ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLY ENGINEER

Roles: Senior Electrical Build Engineer / Senior Electrical Assembly Technician

Location: Bristol

Salary: £Competitive salary plus benefits

Senior Electrical Build Engineer / Electrical Assembly Technician

ARCA is partnered with a rapidly scaling, high-tech business seeking to expand its electrical engineering team by hiring an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Electrical Build Engineer / Electrical Assembly Engineer.

The successful candidate will have experience working in a highly productive assembly environment and proven expertise as an Electrical Technician.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-technology business.

The Role

As an Electrical Build Engineer, you will be responsible for the assembly, integration, and commissioning of advanced simulator systems and equipment. You will work closely with engineering and production teams to ensure builds meet specifications, function efficiently, and are delivered to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and build complex motion systems to design documentation, on time and to spec.
• Install, integrate, and test motion generator systems.
• Carry out fault finding, troubleshooting, and resolving electrical issues.
• Build first-of-type chassis looms and assemblies for mock-ups and system integration.
• Maintain accurate records of build and test progress.
• Collaborate with design, installation, and QA teams to optimise performance.
• Log and escal* any blockers, issues, or non-conformances.
• Maintain strong focus on health and safety, ensuring a high-quality workshop environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Precision, excellent attention to detail, and pride in high-quality workmanship.
• A self-starter mindset with the ability to manage your own workload.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in manufacturing wiring looms, soldering, and crimping.
• NVQ Level 3 electrical or equivalent relevant apprenticeship.
• Solid understanding of electrical safety and compliance standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and work from bills of materials.
• Proficient in using test equipment: multi-meters, insulation resistance testers, earth continuity testers, etc.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.