Electrical Engineers – South West – UK

Job Description

Department: Engineering Services

Reports to: Workshop Manager

Location: More workshop based. Occasional requirement for commissioning on site, mostly based at Taunton

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Key Results areas)

• Installation and/or modify/upgrade of electrical/electronic systems and peripherals either as stand-alone systems and/or to compliment any pneumatic/hydraulic systems designed built or modified by the company as the company demands.
• Assist with software design and programming as required as part of company procedures on a variety of different hardware systems.
• Carry out site visits to ascertain the scope of the work and assist with quotations for the customer.
• Produce accurate records of works completed and ensure company records of builds and/or modifications are amended accurately and kept up to date.
• Ensure that work is carried out inline with the companies’ procedures and quality standards and complies with all current European/National electrical standards and codes of practice.
• Ensure that all units/builds are fully tested and built in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to the customers satisfaction.
• Work within the guidelines of the company quality management system
• Take an active role in the execution of company business ensuring that company standards and integrity of work are maintained and ensure subordinates (if any) aligned follow suit.
• Carry out engineering work at Rotec depots, on-site, and at customer’s premises, as requested by the Operations/Production Manager.
• Ensure that all work is completed to specification, in accordance with the Company’s procedures and quality standards.
• Ensure that workmanship is of the highest standard at all times and satisfies the Company’s and customer’s requirements.
• Ensure that all units assembled are properly tested in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and approved by a nominated person prior to dispatch.
• Ensure that all installations are completed in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Make every effort to ensure work is completed on-time and within budget, identifying additional work not included in the original estimate and reporting information to Engineering Manager.
• Ensure that a full and accurate record of time spent on each activity is recorded on timesheets each week.
• Work with the Engineering Manager to identify personal training needs and undertake appropriate training programs within work schedules.
• Ensure that all Health & Safety requirements are met & that the relevant Risk Assessments are completed and actioned.
• Ensure the workshop and all working areas are always kept clean & tidy.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Liaise directly with customers as required to ensure their requirements are interpreted accurately without delays.
• Assist with and when called upon take responsibility for other projects which engineering personnel may be asked to undertake.
• Assist with maintaining the cleanliness of the workshops to the company’s standard.
• Complete stock requisitions for ALL components removed from the warehouse for use on system builds.
• Ensure that all Health & Safety requirements are met & that the relevant Risk Assessments are completed.
• Take advantage of any further product or personal development opportunities offered by the company.
• Act in a professional and responsible manner at all times when representing the Company.
• Ensure timely completion of stock requisitions for all components removed from stock.
• To be available when required for off-site commissioning, service & repair work.
• To be prepared to work out of normal working hours when required.
• Ensure the safe-keeping, regular maintenance, and professional appearance of Company vehicles, tools, and equipment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

(Knowledge, skills, experience)

• A completed recognized industrial electrical systems apprenticeship preferably to HNC/HND standard together with relevant field experience.
• A high level of knowledge of the dangers of working with low to medium voltage electrical supply systems, both AC and DC.
• A good working knowledge of proprietary PLC control systems, their maintenance and programming.
• A good understanding of hydraulic components and systems
• A good knowledge of general engineering practices and procedures.
• A basic understanding of electronics would be of benefit but not essential.
• Understanding of Company Health and Safety policy
• Travel for overnight stay (UK and Abroad)
• Extensive knowledge of AC-DC electrical motors, their control methods and protection.
• A good understanding of both digital and analogue control of devices.
• A good understanding of proprietary field bus systems and their application.

We are seeking candidates with Panel building/Industrial electrics/Automotive/3 phase experience

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work alone (on-site or internally) as required or as part of a team.
• Good communication skills, technical literacy
• Energetic and self motivating
• Flexible working practices
• To be able to follow and understand standard electrical schematic circuits and interpret them to finished builds.
• Team player
• To expect and demonstrate high standards of workmanship.
• Good planning & time-management skills
• Full Driving License

Salary & Benefits

•  Salary of up to £38K PA (Electrical) based on a flat 41.5-hour week.
• 27 days paid holidays PA + bank hols.
• Company contributor pension scheme of 3%
• NHS top up with WPA.
• Overtime/subsistence for out of normal working hours and staying away from home.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK