Electrical & Control Systems Technician

TechMet Ltd.; Cavan; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

TechMet Ltd. seeks an Electrical & Control Systems Technician with hands-on experience in industrial electrical systems, PLC-controlled equipment and instrumentation.

You will support commissioning, preventive maintenance and upgrades across multiple plants, manage automation contractors, and ensure safety compliance. This long-term permanent role emphasises work‑life balance, no weekends, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Instrumentation or Mechatronics, or time-served electrician.
• Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience with Siemens PLC systems, Profibus/Profinet, and Industrial Ethernet.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, P&IDs and control schematics.
• Experience with VFDs, motor control systems and MCCs.

Responsibilities

• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks, including Profibus, Profinet and Industrial Ethernet.
• Install, calibrate and maintain instrumentation including flow meters, pressure sensors, temperature sensors and VSDs.
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance programmes.
• Participate in plant shutdowns, maintenance projects and capital upgrade projects.
• Manage automation contractors and support project planning, budgeting and scheduling.
• Ensure all electrical and automation activities comply with plant safety standards, including LOTO and machine safety requirements.

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Instrumentation or Mechatronics, or time-served electrician

Tools

Siemens PLC systems

Profibus/Profinet

Industrial Ethernet

VFDs and MCCs

P&IDs / electrical drawings

Job description

Electrical & Control Systems Technician

We are seeking a motivated and multiskilled skilled Maintenance Electrician or Instrumentation Technician with experience in industrial electrical systems and a practical understanding of PLC-controlled equipment and systems. Career development/ training/ autonomy and opportunities for advancement particularly good

I. Based close to the border and suit Cavan or Border based Engineers ideally Fermanagh

II. Long terms perm career move for work/ life balance and no shifts or weekends

III. Exceptional bonus’ available and overall package to attract Instrumentation / Electrical Engineers

• Providing electrical, instrumentation and control systems support across a number Of manufacturing plants.
• Supporting commissioning and start-up of new production equipment and lines.
• Assisting with electrical and control system modifications.
• Maintaining technical documentation, records and SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication networks, includingProfibus, Profinet and Industrial Ethernet.
• Install, calibrate and maintain instrumentation including flow meters, pressure sensors, temperature sensors andVariable Speed Drives (VSDs).
• Support preventative and predictive maintenance programmes.
• Participate in plant shutdowns, maintenance projects and capital upgrade projects.
• Manage automation contractors and support project planning, budgeting and scheduling.
• Ensure all electrical and automation activities comply with plant safety standards, includingLOTO and machine safety requirements.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Instrumentation or Mechatronics, or time-served electrician.
• Minimum3–5 years' experiencein a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience withSiemens PLC systems.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation and process control systems.
• Knowledge ofProfibus, Profinet and Industrial Ethernet.
• Experience withVFDs, motor control systems and MCCs.
• Ability to read electrical drawings, P&IDs and control schematics.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.

Desirable Experience

• Experience inFood & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Medical Device or FMCG Manufacturingwould be advantageous.
• Additional experience withmachine safety systems, safety PLCs, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or Continuous Improvementwould be highly beneficial.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on challenging automation projects, drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute directly to plant performance, reliability and future growth.