Electrical Engineer/Fitter

Airport Placements; Ashford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer/Fitter to work in Ashford. The successful candidate will be responsible for the assembly of electrical control panels and testing of machinery while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering and experience working with industrial machinery. This full-time role offers a salary of £35,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with industrial machinery required.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electrical control panels.
• Collaborate with design engineers on new designs.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards.

Skills

Electrical control panel assembly

Fault finding

Proficiency in pneumatics

Education

Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical Engineer/Fitter
Location: Ashford
Position: Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:30
Salary: £35,000 - £42,000 per annum (Dependent on experience)

We are delighted to be once again recruiting exclusively for our Ashford based client. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects involving industrial machinery, ensuring high-quality standards and compliance with safety regulations, they are a fantastic company with great values!

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and assembly of electrical control panels from components, their subsequent installation and integration onto machinery.
• Electrical and electro-pneumatic assembly and testing of machinery including fault finding and PLC control set up.
• Interpret and work from technical drawings, work closely with Design Engineers to develop new designs.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure seamless operation of machinery.
• Apply expertise in pneumatics and electro-pneumatics to troubleshoot and optimise machinery performance.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with BS EN 60204 Part 1 (Electrical Safety of Machinery) or equivalent specifications.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of Level 4/HNC in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in working with industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in interpreting and understanding technical drawings.
• Solid experience in handling pneumatics and electro-pneumatics systems.
• Knowledge of BS EN 60204 Part 1 or equivalent electrical safety standards is essential.