Job Description:

Control Panel Builder

Are you an experienced Control Panel Builder looking for a hands-on role working on bespoke industrial equipment?

We are recruiting for an experienced Control Panel Builder to join a specialist electrical team, building and wiring high-quality, bespoke control panels for complex industrial machinery. This is a workshop-based position suited to someone who takes pride in producing accurate, reliable electrical assemblies.

The Role

You will be responsible for the electrical construction and wiring of a variety of bespoke control panels, working from detailed electrical schematics, mechanical drawings and bills of materials.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Building and wiring low-voltage control panels, working with 110–600V AC and 24V DC systems
• Reading and interpreting electrical schematics, mechanical layouts and BOMs
• Installing and terminating components including circuit protection devices, relays, solenoid valves, contactors, inverter drives and soft starts
• Working with PLC and HMI systems, including Mitsubishi, Allen Bradley and Siemens
• Building a variety of enclosures including junction boxes, HMI enclosures, MCCs and multi-door cabinets
• Fabricating and assembling panel components using hand and power tools
• Measuring, marking and working with materials including stainless steel, GRP, mild steel and galvanised steel
• Carrying out continuity testing and basic functional checks
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop environment
• Working closely with design and test engineers to deliver high-quality finished equipment

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• At least 4 years' experience in electrical panel building
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings
• Experience with wire selection, crimping, ferrule termination and cable routing
• Good understanding of both AC and DC control systems
• Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of workmanship
• Good practical workshop skills and experience using hand and power tools
• A strong understanding of safe electrical working practices
• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team

Desirable Experience

The following would be advantageous:

• Formal electrical qualifications
• Completed electrical apprenticeship
• Experience using EPLAN
• Experience working from detailed BOMs
• Background in food machinery, industrial automation or similar manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of electrical testing and panel safety procedures

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 39-hour working week, Monday to Friday
• Regular overtime opportunities paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• Annual bonus scheme, subject to company performance
• 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Company sick pay
• Workwear provided
• Subsidised refreshments
• Staff meals and company events
• Excellent opportunities for career development

Career Progression

This role offers genuine opportunities to develop your career, with potential progression into positions such as Panel Shop Supervisor, Electrical Assembly & Test Technician, Controls Engineer, Testing Engineer, Electrical Design Technician or Commissioning Engineer.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Control Panel Builder looking for your next opportunity within a specialist engineering environment, we'd be keen to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.