Contract Electrician – Industrial Automation About This Position We are looking for an experienced Contract Electrician to support a live industrial automation project. This is a hands-on role focused on industrial electrical installation, panel building, controls wiring and testing within a machinery environment. The contract is expected to run through to 24th December 2026, offering a solid block of work for an electrician with a strong industrial background who can hit the ground running. Contract: Now until 24th December 2026 Hours: 40 hours per week, 9am–6pm Job Responsibilities * Build, wire and terminate control panels and industrial field devices, including motors, drives, sensors, actuators and emergency stops. * Install and terminate three-phase power and control cabling in line with electrical schematics and specifications. * Read and interpret electrical drawings, control schematics and panel layouts to complete wiring accurately. * Carry out point-to-point checks, continuity testing and electrical fault-finding to ensure systems are wired correctly. * Update as-built drawings and support the integration of electrical and control systems within automated machinery. Experience Required * Time-served or qualified electrician with a strong background in industrial electrical installation. * Confident working with three-phase power supplies, industrial motors and associated electrical circuits. * Previous experience in control panel building, machine wiring and field installation within an industrial automation or machinery environment. * Able to read and interpret electrical schematics, control drawings and panel layouts independently. * Available to start at short notice and commit to the full contract duration. Desirable Experience: * Experience with industrial communication protocols, including EtherNet/IP and EtherCAT. * Familiarity with servo drives, variable frequency drives (VFDs), safety relays and safety PLC circuits. * Experience integrating sensors, pneumatic systems and actuators. * Understanding of machinery safety systems, including light curtains, guarding, safe torque off and safety-rated emergency stops
Electrical Engineer in Walthamstow employer: Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
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