Electrical Assembler

Sapien Engineering; Sligo; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Tools and PPE provided

All travel and accommodation covered

Job summary

Sapien Engineering is seeking a trade-qualified Electrician to join its Grange workshop in Co. Sligo, building and wiring bespoke electrical control panels for food processing machinery.

The role involves reading drawings, assembling components and performing rigorous testing to ensure quality. The position is workshop-based, five days per week, with occasional site installations and travel to the UK/Europe.

Qualifications

• Trade-qualified Electrician required.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Strong practical skills in electrical assembly and wiring.
• Experience with testing: continuity, insulation resistance, functional tests.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble and wire bespoke electrical control panels, MCCs and distribution boards.
• Install and terminate electrical components (contactors, relays, breakers, drives, PLCs, HMIs).
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Carry out electrical testing and document results.
• Identify and report discrepancies with drawings; work with engineering to resolve.

Skills

Trade-qualified Electrician

Read electrical drawings

Electrical assembly

Electrical testing

Multimeters / insulation testers

Full driving licence

Willingness to travel

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Sapien are working with an established engineering and manufacturing business specialising in bespoke food processing machinery and production line solutions. Who are looking for a Panel Builder for its electrical workshop in Grange.

This is an opportunity for a trade qualified Electrician to join a busy engineering environment, working on the assembly, wiring and testing of bespoke electrical control panels used within specialist food processing machinery and production lines.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and wiring panels to engineering drawings and specifications. Previous panel-building experience would be beneficial, although candidates with a strong electrical trade background and relevant industrial experience will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble and wire bespoke electrical control panels, motor control centres (MCCs) and distribution boards.
• Install and terminate electrical components, including contactors, relays, circuit breakers, drives, PLCs and HMIs.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and panel layout drawings.
• Carry out electrical testing, including continuity, insulation resistance and functional testing.
• Identify and report any discrepancies between drawings and panel builds, working with the engineering team to resolve queries.
• Complete build documentation, test records and quality checks accurately.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) where required.
• Occasionally assist with on-site installation work, including weekend work when required.

Essential Requirements

• Trade-qualified Electrician.
• Previous experience working in an electrical or industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Good practical skills in electrical assembly, wiring and component installation.
• Confident using electrical tools and testing equipment, including multimeters and insulation resistance testers.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for customer site installations, including overnight stays and international travel.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience in electrical panel building or switchgear assembly.
• Experience within food processing, manufacturing, industrial automation or a similar engineering environment.
• Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, VSDs and associated control equipment.
• Experience with cable management, trunking, cable termination and panel layout.
• Knowledge of electrical standards and safe isolation procedures.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of €35,000–€50,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 20 days annual leave.
• Overtime opportunities available.t.
• Tools and PPE provided.
• All business travel, accommodation and associated expenses covered by the company.

Working Arrangements

• Permanently based at the company's facility in Grange, Co. Sligo.
• Workshop-based, five days per week.
• Monday–Thursday: 08:00–16:30.
• Friday: 08:00–15:30.
• Occasional weekend work may be required to support customer site installations.
• Some travel to the UK and other parts of Europe will be required, with all travel and accommodation costs covered by the company.