Panel Designer & Builder

Leigh
1 month ago
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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established automation specialist that designs and delivers cutting-edge machinery and control systems for some of the biggest names in manufacturing across the UK and Europe.

You will be at the forefront of innovation, working on exciting, high-profile projects that push the boundaries of engineering while enjoying the stability and support of a close-knit, collaborative team.

The company prides itself on investing in its people. This position offers progression into management for the right person.

Electrical Designer & Builder

£35-50k + Bonus + Pension + Healthcare

Lancashire

Ref: 24852

The Role:

In charge of the build-up and testing of all cabinets

Connecting all electrical equipment

Update electrical drawings and PowerPoint and other documentations

Transport organisation of equipment and electrical panels to and from site

Maintain Workshop clean, tidy and safe

Completing Electrical Drawings utilising electrical CAD package

The Person:

Requires a minimum of 2-3 years experience of building control panels

Must be able to perform work assignments that are of a technical, involved nature, requiring the use of judgement and independent thinking

Experience working with different voltages (24V AC/DC; 240V AC; 415V AC) 

Reading and understanding of Electrical and Mechanical drawings

Build up a knowledge of CAD experience

Knowledge in conveyor and robot systems and is a plus

Computer skills are required (including Microsoft office and other 'Windows' packages

Have good rapport and communication skills with customers

If you would like to travel, the opportunity is available. If you have good project management skills to manage European installations teams during larger projects, this would be highly advantageous.

Located in Lancashire, this role would be commutable from Skelmersdale, Wigan, Leigh, Manchester, Liverpool.

For further information call Sharon Hill

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