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A well-established company based in Laindon, Essex, is seeking an Electrical Control Panel Builder to join its Automation Department. The company operates from a purpose-built design, engineering, and headquarters facility, employing around 60 staff at this location.
The company specializes in the design and assembly of filling and packaging lines for aerosols, with a significant focus on the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Core equipment is sourced from leading manufacturers in Switzerland and integrated with custom-designed conveyors, enclosures, air handling systems, electrical control systems, and ancillary equipment.
All panel building, wiring, and PLC programming are completed on-site, alongside specialized departments handling pneumatics, can handling, guard building, machining, machine assembly, commissioning, and documentation.
About the Role
We are looking to appoint an Electrical Control Panel Builder to work alongside Automation Technicians in producing electrical wiring diagrams for control systems.
Personal Attributes:
- Systematic approach with strong attention to detail
- Flexible and curious, with a willingness to learn and explore new areas
- Continuous improvement mindset, striving for better efficiency and effectiveness
- Strong teamwork skills, working effectively across departments and with shop floor staff
Experience & Knowledge
Essential:
- Formal Electrical Engineering Qualification (e.g., apprenticeship)
Desirable:
- Experience with automated production machinery or similar capital equipment
- Background in project environments and cross-functional project teams
Key Responsibilities:
- Work as part of the Automation Department in building, wiring, and installing control panels
- Verify panel components against issued wiring diagrams and control panel layouts
- Assemble control panel enclosures, including plinths, bays, and side panels
- Layout chassis plates in collaboration with the Electrical Design Draughtsman for optimal design
- Mount components onto chassis plates and secure accordingly
- Wire control panels using issued diagrams, working closely with the Electrical Design Draughtsman and Automation Technician
- Mark up wiring diagrams as work progresses, flagging any errors with the Electrical Design Draughtsman and Automation Technician
- Cut apertures in control panels to accommodate fans, filters, and power sockets
- Assist Automation Installation Electricians in installing control panels into filling lines/machines
This role offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, technical environment with the chance to develop new skills and contribute to the successful delivery of high-quality automation solutions.
