Job Description
Production Electrician required for a leading test and research organisation based in Kettering, Northamptonshire. This well-established and respected company provide specialist services to a range of industry sectors within the UK and worldwide.
The Production Electrician will play a key role in the manufacturing, development and maintenance of special purpose machinery and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a world-renowned organisation known for quality and innovation.
As a Production Electrician you will be required to carry out the following:Wire a range of machinery from wiring diagrams, commission, quality check and calibrate equipment to meet deadlines
* Conduct on-site installations, fault-finding and repairs both domestic and overseas
* Engage in prototype and development work
* Contribute to the continuous improvement of product designs
* Support the enhancement of final build quality checks
* Support documentation of build process.
Applications are invited from candidates with the following qualifications and experience:
* Level 3 qualification in electrical installation/wiring or mechatronics (or equivalent)
* Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical drawings
* Highly organised with strong time management skills
* Independent problem solver with excellent communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and within a team
* Full UK driving licence
* A willingness to travel domestically and internationally on an ad-hoc basis (approximately 1 to 5 weeks per year)
Knowledge / experience of the following would be useful:
* Panel wiring
* Knowledge of PLC logic/programming and motor drive inverters
* PAT qualification
* Mechanical fitting
* Customer facing
* Work-related travel
Benefits include:
* Competitive salary
* Flexible working hours - 37.5 hours, Monday to Friday
* 25 to 30 days (service related) annual leave plus bank holidays
* Life Assurance
* Group Personal Pension Plan
* Income Protection
* Free parking
The Production Electrician’s position offers a great opportunity to join an independent company involved in laboratory test and research with technical facilities in the UK, Europe and China.
Further information and salary details available on application.