Control Panel Builder

Are you an experienced Control Panel Builder looking for a hands-on opportunity where quality, precision and craftsmanship really matter? This is a fantastic chance to join an established engineering business working on bespoke industrial equipment, building and wiring a wide range of control panels in a varied workshop environment. With small-batch production and high levels of customisation, no two builds are quite the same.

• Build, assemble and wire low-voltage control panels and associated electrical enclosures, working across AC and DC control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical layout drawings and bills of materials to ensure accurate panel construction.
• Install and terminate electrical components including circuit protection, relays, contractors, inverter drives, soft starters, solenoid valves, HMIs and PLC equipment.
• Fabricate and assemble panel components using hand and power tools, accurately measuring and marking out stainless steel, GRP, mild steel and galvanised materials.
• Carry out continuity testing and basic functional checks, maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and workshop organisation while working closely with design and test teams.

• At least 4 years’ experience in electrical panel building or a closely related electrical assembly environment.
• Strong ability to read and understand electrical schematics and mechanical layout drawings.
• Experienced in wire selection, crimping, ferrule termination, cable routing and general panel wiring practices.
• Good understanding of both AC and DC control systems, with a careful and methodical approach to electrical assembly.
• Formal electrical qualifications or a completed apprenticeship would be advantageous, as would experience with EPLAN, detailed BOMs, PLC/HMI systems or industrial automation.

• Competitive salary based on experience, with overtime generally available at 1.5x the standard hourly rate.
• 39-hour Monday to Friday working week with an early finish on Fridays.
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days with length of service.
• Annual bonus scheme, pension, life assurance and company sick pay scheme.
• Workwear provided, subsidised refreshments, staff meals and company events, plus clear opportunities to progress into team leadership, testing, controls, design or commissioning.