Electrical Technician

Job Title: Electrical Technician - Control Panels & BuildLocation: Sheffield (with occasional UK travel to customer sites)Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experienceJob Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Get Hands-On with High-Tech Automation

Do you enjoy building electrical panels, wiring machines, and solving technical challenges on the tools?

We’re hiring an Electrical Technician - Control Panels & Build to join a growing specialist engineering team in Sheffield, working on cutting-edge robotics and industrial automation systems.

You’ll be building control panels and electrical systems from schematics, supporting testing and commissioning, and playing a vital part in bringing bespoke, high-performance machines to life for use in sectors like aerospace, defence, and manufacturing.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Wiring and assembling electrical systems and control panels

• Building machines and sub-assemblies to engineering drawings

• Supporting testing, troubleshooting, and on-site installation

• Collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and software teams

• Working to high safety and build-quality standards

• Travelling to customer sites to assist with installs when required

You might currently be working as a:

• Panel Wirer

• Electrical Assembler

• Electrical Fitter

• Installation or Maintenance Electrician

• Automation Technician

If you're confident with wiring, keen to work in automation, and enjoy hands-on builds—this is a great next step.

What You’ll Need:

• Electrical qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ, or HNC level ideal)

• Able to read and interpret electrical schematics

• Practical wiring or assembly experience in industrial settings

• Full UK driving licence

• British Citizenship (due to defence sector work)

• Willingness to travel and stay away on occasion

• Awareness of health & safety in electrical assembly environments

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Occupational sick pay

• Free on-site parking

• Flexible, supportive working environment

• Training and development in robotics and automation

If you’re hands-on, detail-focused, and want to be part of innovative automation projects, apply today.

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