At a Glance
- Tasks: Assemble and install electrical panels, ensuring safety and quality standards.
- Company: Join Rolls-Royce, a leader in innovation and engineering excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, employee support, and discounts.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in marine and industrial applications with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Level 2 in electrical fitting and experience in panel assembly required.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
We’re seeking a skilled Wiring Technician / Panel Builder to join our Electrical Assembly team, where you will be responsible for building, wiring, and installing electrical distribution panels and switchboards to the highest safety and quality standards. Working from schematics and diagrams, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our systems are connected reliably and safely for marine and industrial applications.
This role sits within our Marine and Industrial electrical systems teams, supporting the build and installation of complex, high-specification distribution panels for mission-critical systems. You’ll be part of a dedicated team working on products that meet exacting customer requirements, contributing to real-world performance and safety through your technical craftsmanship.
What You Will Be Doing
- Assemble electrical control panels and switchboards using electrical schematics and build instructions.
- Install components, copper bus-bars, power and control wiring in accordance with 17th/18th Edition IEE regulations.
- Perform fault diagnosis, electrical testing, and repairs to ensure safety and functionality.
- Use calibrated tooling, torque wrenches, and crimp tools to carry out high-precision, low-voltage electrical builds.
Who We’re Looking For
- Be qualified to at least Level 2 in electrical fitting, ideally through a recognised apprenticeship.
- Have previous experience in LV switchboard or panel assembly within an industrial or marine environment.
- Be able to read and work from electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Demonstrate strong manual skills, attention to detail, and electrical safety awareness.
- Hold (or be working toward) 17th or 18th Edition wiring regulations certification. IPC or testing certifications are desirable.
To work for the Rolls-Royce Defence business an individual has to hold a Security Check clearance. Rolls-Royce will support the application for Security Clearance if you do not currently already have this in place. Due to the nature of work the business conducts and the protection of certain assets we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.
Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.
Electrical Technician in Winsford employer: Rolls-Royce
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