Lead Electrical Assembly Technician in London

Lead Electrical Assembly Technician

Location: Coventry

Salary: Up to £35,000 with progression opportunities

Permanent

Hours: 37.5 – Days

OverviewThis is a hands‐on Lead Electrical Assembly Technician role within a manufacturing environment focused on the assembly and testing of electric vehicle (EV) charging systems. You will take responsibility for assembling and testing EV charging equipment, while coordinating day‐to‐day build activities and ensuring work is completed to the required quality and technical standards. The role requires strong electrical assembly experience and a solid understanding of electrical principles.

Key Responsibilities

Assemble electrical and electro‐mechanical components used in EV charging systems

Carry out detailed electrical assembly including:

Crimping

Mini‐Fit and similar electrical connectors

Cable and wiring harness assembly

Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and schematics accurately

Perform electrical and functional testing on assembled units

Software‐based testing can be trained

Use test equipment such as a multimeter to check continuity, resistance, voltage, and functionality

Act as the Lead Electrical Assembly Technician within the assembly area, coordinating and delegating tasks as required (no direct line management)

Work to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and:

Identify opportunities for improvement

Amend or help create SOPs where required

Support engineering and manufacturing teams with rework, issue resolution, and continuous improvement activities

Ensure all work is completed in line with quality, safety, and environmental standards within a regulated manufacturing environment

Skills & Experience RequiredEssential

Proven experience in electrical assembly within a manufacturing or production environment

Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals, including Ohm\’s Law

Ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams and electrical schematics

Confident using a multimeter and electrical test equipment

Hands‐on experience with crimping tools and electrical connectors

High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality

Desirable

Inspection & Testing qualification

Experience assembling or testing EV chargers, power electronics, or similar electrical products

Exposure to ISO9001 or other regulated manufacturing environments

Why ApplyThis Lead Electrical Assembly Technician position offers the opportunity to work on modern EV charging technology in a growing manufacturing environment, with scope to develop technical capability and responsibility over time.

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