MERITUS Talent are working with an industrial engineering consultancy for the recruitment of a Hardware/Control Panel Design Engineer to join their Staffordshire office on a permanent basis, with travel around the UK to customer sites. This role will sit within their energy department, and is paying a salary up to £40,000 per annum
Role Overview
A leading UK systems integration company working in energy, water, renewables and other regulated sectors is seeking a Site Technician to support on-site electrical installations across transmission, distribution, and power generation projects.
This is a site-based role focused on the assembly and wiring of protection and control systems. You'll work closely with project managers, engineers, and site supervisors to ensure safe, high-quality delivery of systems built to exacting technical standards. The position will involve regular travel across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
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Carry out on-site wiring and installation of electrical protection and control systems
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Read and work from detailed circuit diagrams, assembly drawings and wiring schedules
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Perform mechanical assembly (cubicles, racking, traywork) and assist in equipment configuration
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Support testing activities, including continuity, insulation resistance, high-voltage withstand, and function checks
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Collaborate with site managers and engineers to resolve technical issues and meet delivery targets
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Support the preparation and execution of temporary test rigs and isolations as required
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Maintain quality records and contribute to inspection and test documentation
Essential Requirements
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Minimum 1 year of site-based wiring experience
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Background in E, C & I installations (e.g., substations, protection systems, or similar)
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Able to interpret circuit diagrams, GAs, wiring schedules, and BOMs
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Willing and able to travel to sites across the UK
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Full UK driving licence
Desirable (Training/Certifications/Experience)
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Mechanical assembly experience (cabinets, cable containment, framework)
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Apprenticeship trained or qualified in relevant trade
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Any of the following would be an advantage:
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National Grid Person
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SSSTS
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ARC Flash awareness
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18th Edition Wiring Regulations
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LOTO training
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PASMA, Confined Space, Asbestos Awareness
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Impressed Voltage awareness
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