Electrical Technician

Salary: £13.00–£23.50 per hour

Hours: 40 hour week Monday - Friday

Location: Waterbeach

Job Type: Full time/Permanent

A well‑established engineering company specialising in bespoke machinery and automation is looking for a practical, detail‑focused Electrical Technician to join its team. You’ll work on unique, technically challenging equipment for clients in high‑tech and regulated industries.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for the electrical build, wiring, testing, and commissioning of special‑purpose machinery, working closely with mechanical, electrical, and controls engineers. Some travel to customer sites for installation and modifications may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and wire electrical systems using schematics and project documentation
• Install and test control panels, sensors, motors, drives, and field devices
• Support fault‑finding, testing, and commissioning
• Assist with installation and modification work at customer sites
• Communicate clearly with colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement

About You

• Strong hands‑on electrical skills and engineering aptitude
• Familiarity with industrial components (switchgear, PLCs, servo drives, sensors)
• Methodical, organised, and detail‑oriented
• Good communicator with a positive, professional attitude
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Qualifications

Essential:

• Level 2/3 Electrical Engineering qualification or recognised UK electrical apprenticeship
• Practical experience in machinery electrical build (panel and field wiring)

Desirable:

• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent
• Experience with bespoke/special‑purpose machinery
• Understanding of the Machinery Directive

What’s Offered

• £13.00–£23.50 per hour depending on experience + overtime
• 40‑hour week with some flexibility
• 33 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Pension, life insurance, critical illness cover, and participation in an employee share scheme
• Waterbeach location with good transport links



If you are interested in the role of Electrical Technician and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing.

If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity.