Control Panel Builder

Location: Great Gransden

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, contractors, 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