Electrical Technician

An opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Technician to join a world-leading scientific and advanced engineering organisation operating one of Europe's most sophisticated large-scale research facilities

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The organisation develops and operates highly complex electrical, RF, control, instrumentation and accelerator systems that support cutting-edge scientific research across engineering, materials science, life sciences, environmental science and advanced manufacturing. With a major multi-million-pound upgrade programme underway, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the installation, maintenance and continuous improvement of one of the UK's most technically advanced engineering facilities.

This is a hands-on engineering role supporting the installation, commissioning, maintenance and fault finding of specialist electrical systems and infrastructure. Working alongside experienced engineers and technical specialists, you will play a key role in ensuring the reliable operation of critical engineering systems whilst contributing to major upgrade and development projects.

This role would suit an Electrical Technician, Electrical Maintenance Technician, Electrical Fitter, Control Panel Technician or Industrial Electrician looking to work on technically advanced systems within a highly collaborative engineering environment.

Main Responsibilities of the Electrical Technician (Didcot):

Install, commission and support specialist electrical systems and infrastructure used within complex engineering environments

Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, fault finding and repair of electrical, control and instrumentation systems

Build, wire and assemble electrical panels, control racks and associated equipment

Support installation and commissioning activities for new engineering projects and system upgrades

Conduct electrical testing, inspection and calibration activities to ensure compliance with relevant standards

Prepare and follow electrical test procedures and engineering documentation

Assist engineering and scientific teams with maintenance and upgrade activities across specialist technical systems

Provide technical feedback to support continuous improvement and future system developments

Maintain accurate engineering records, drawings and maintenance documentation

Order electrical components, consumables, tooling and spare parts as required

Ensure compliance with electrical safety procedures, engineering standards and quality requirements

Requirements of the Electrical Technician (Didcot):

Proven experience within Electrical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, Electrical Installation or Industrial Electrical environments

Experience installing, maintaining and fault finding electrical systems and control equipment

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation

Experience wiring electrical panels, cabinets or industrial control systems

Strong practical fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Good understanding of electrical testing, inspection and commissioning activities

Excellent communication and teamwork skills within multidisciplinary engineering environments

Experience within one or more of the following technologies would be advantageous:

Industrial electrical systems

Electrical control panels

Instrumentation systems

PLC-controlled equipment

Industrial automation

RF systems

Vacuum systems

Scientific equipment

Manufacturing machinery

High-reliability engineering environments

Desirable:

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline

Experience working within scientific research, advanced manufacturing or highly regulated engineering environments

Knowledge of electrical inspection and testing procedures

Experience supporting commissioning and installation projects

Understanding of electrical safety regulations and engineering best practice

Working Pattern & Benefits:

Site-based role in Didcot, Oxfordshire

Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most advanced scientific and engineering facilities

Involvement in a major long-term engineering investment programme worth several hundred million pounds

Exposure to unique electrical, RF and accelerator technologies rarely found elsewhere in industry

Highly collaborative multidisciplinary engineering environment

Excellent long-term technical and career development opportunities

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Ongoing technical training and professional development

To apply for this Electrical Technician role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana: (url removed)