Senior Electrical Technician

Location: Chilton

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Electrical Technician to join a world-leading scientific and advanced engineering organisation operating one of Europe's most sophisticated large-scale research facilities.

The organisation develops and operates highly complex electrical, RF, control, instrumentation and accelerator systems that support cutting-edge scientific research across engineering, materials science, life sciences, environmental science and advanced manufacturing. With a major multi-million-pound upgrade programme underway, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and operation of one of the UK's most technically advanced engineering facilities.

This is a hands-on senior technical role supporting the installation, commissioning, maintenance and continuous improvement of complex electrical and control systems. Working closely with project engineers, technical specialists and external contractors, you will supervise electrical activities, support major upgrade programmes and ensure the reliable operation of critical accelerator infrastructure.

This role would suit an experienced Electrical Technician, Senior Electrical Technician, Electrical Maintenance Engineer or Controls Technician looking to work on technically challenging systems within a highly collaborative engineering environment.

Main Responsibilities of the Senior Electrical Technician(Didcot):

Support major upgrade projects across complex electrical, control and instrumentation systems
Carry out inspection, testing and maintenance of electrical systems supporting high-technology engineering equipment
Assist with the design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of new electrical systems and infrastructure
Support maintenance and upgrade activities for RF, instrumentation, diagnostics and vacuum systems
Supervise the build, installation and testing of electrical panels, control racks and associated equipment
Conduct factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT) and commissioning activities
Supervise contractors and external suppliers, including permits to work and project coordination
Line manage and mentor technicians and apprentices within the engineering team
Analyse equipment failures and contribute to maintenance planning and continuous improvement initiatives
Update electrical drawings, documentation and asset records to reflect installed systems
Procure electrical components, equipment and workshop materials as required
Ensure compliance with electrical safety legislation, quality standards and engineering best practice

Requirements of the Senior Electrical Technician (Didcot):

Proven experience within Electrical Engineering, Electrical Maintenance, Controls Engineering or Electrical Installation in a complex engineering environment
Experience working on industrial electrical systems, control systems or instrumentation equipment
Strong understanding of electrical testing, fault finding and commissioning activities
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering documentation
Experience supervising electrical installations, contractors or technical teams
Strong fault diagnosis and problem-solving skills
Experience maintaining accurate engineering documentation and records
Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams

Experience with in one or more of the following technologies would be advantageous:

Electrical control systems
Instrumentation systems
PLC-controlled equipment
Industrial automation
RF systems
High-voltage or low-voltage distribution systems
Vacuum systems
Scientific research facilities
Large-scale industrial plant
Complex electrical infrastructure

Desirable:

HNC, HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Previous experience within scientific research, particle accelerators, advanced manufacturing or highly regulated engineering environments
Experience supervising technicians, apprentices or contractors
Knowledge of electrical inspection and testing regulations
Experience supporting large capital engineering projects
Familiarity with electrical CAD documentation and engineering change processes

Working Pattern & Benefits:

Site-based role in Didcot, Oxfordshire
Opportunity to work on one of the UK's most advanced scientific and engineering facilities
Involvement in a major long-term engineering upgrade programme worth several hundred million pounds
Highly collaborative multidisciplinary engineering environment
Excellent long-term technical and career development opportunities
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Generous pension scheme
Annual leave entitlement
Ongoing technical training and professional development
Opportunity to contribute to internationally recognised scientific research and innovation

To apply for this Senior Electrical Technician role, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana: (url removed)