Senior Electrical Technician

Tech Connect Group; Hardingstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-performance automotive firm is seeking a Senior Electrical Technician to join their specialist team. This role involves assembly, testing, and diagnostics on both prototype and production-level projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in engineering/build technician roles along with relevant qualifications. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Background as an Engineering/Build Technician within OEM or motorsport.
• Qualified in a relevant discipline.
• Strong communicator with ability to work across teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain production assemblies to high standards.
• Resolve issues before volume production.
• Undertake on-vehicle wiring and diagnostics.

Skills

Harness and electronics assembly

Electrical and mechanical fault-finding

Interpreting engineering drawings

Microsoft Office software

Fabrication/machining skills

Education

City & Guilds Level 3 / NVQ-3 / BTEC National Certificate

Job description

Overview

We\'re working with a motorsport/ high-performance automotive client who are seeking a Senior Electrical Technician. This role is a great fit for an experienced Electrical Technician looking for their next step up into a Senior role. You\'ll join a specialist Electrical & Electronics team and take on a broad mix of work, from harness and electronics assembly to diagnostics and on-vehicle build support, across both prototype and production-level projects.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, service, and test production assemblies to high quality and safety standards
• Carry out prototype and pre-production builds, resolving issues before volume production
• Manufacture one-off prototype wiring assemblies (LV & HV), sensors, test rigs, and assemblies
• Undertake on-vehicle wiring, electrical remedial work, and diagnostics using test equipment
• Plan and manage workload with the department lead, delivering projects on time and to quality standards
• Maintain build records and apply structured problem-solving processes to track and resolve engineering issues
• Research and apply new technologies and processes to enhance engineering capabilities
• Support testing and demonstration events
• Maintain a safe, organised working area using 5S methodology

What We're Looking For

• Background as an Engineering/Build Technician within OEM, Tier 1 supplier, engineering consultancy, or motorsport
• Qualified to City & Guilds Level 3 / NVQ-3 / BTEC National Certificate (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
• Skilled in:
  • Harness and electronics assembly
  • Electrical and mechanical fault-finding and diagnostics
  • Interpreting engineering drawings, instructions, and documentation
  • Microsoft Office software
• Additional fabrication/machining skills beneficial
• Strong communicator with the ability to work across teams and at all levels
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to perform under pressure