EC&I Technician

Westlakes Recruit are currently recruiting for an experienced EC&I Technician with a background in Nuclear on a permanent basis, to be located in Cumbria.

Overview of the role
Assemble control panels and control systems to meet the clients' requirements for functionality and quality. To be skilled in reading schematic drawings to assemble wiring, switches, cables, and other mechanical or electrical pieces. Work on electrical and mechanical components that are designed as a power point for operating electronic or technological equipment.

To work with electrical engineers in problem-solving solutions as it relates to the assembly process and the functioning of the panels and components. Also install the completed product, or panel, on a client's site.

Responsibilities

Work as part of a project team with specific duties of assembly and debugging on special purpose industrial automation and robotic assembly systems
Assemble, wire and test control panels and machine wiring to detailed electrical schematic diagrams
Assist in the production of technical files and Lifetime records
Carry out full testing including witness testing of control panel
Produce red pen mark-up drawings and using AutoCAD produce as-built drawings
Communicate with Project Engineers / Managers regarding any related requirements or changes which require action
Produce Bill of Materials and produce quotations
Ensure calibrations are successfully carried out
Carry out and maintain workshop equipment inspections
Protect and support the Company's reputation in public with customers, suppliers, and other interested parties
Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes
Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes
Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors
Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
Work from ladders, scaffolds, and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures
Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes
Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications
Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for materials and services

Desired Qualifications

Time served electrical technician with C&G qualifications or equivalent
Qualified to HNC level in a relevant electrical discipline
Ability to assemble, wire and test control panels
Ability to facilitate witness testing
Ability to safely install control panels and systems
Ideally with a minimum of 2 years' experience in a relevant environment
PLC knowledge would be a benefit but is not essential
Proficient in the use of AutoCAD would be beneficial but not essential
Knowledge of electrical/electronic systems
17th Edition - City and Guilds Qualification 2382-12
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