Electrical Installation Engineer

Electrical Installation Engineer

Wigan

Up to £45K per annum plus 20% Overtime

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer to join a busy engineering team delivering industrial automation and conveyor solutions. This role is a mix of workshop preparation and on-site installation, ideal for hands-on engineers who understand control panels inside out and enjoy working on real industrial systems.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours & Location

The role offers a 50/50 split between workshop-based work and on-site installations.

Workshop Hours

Monday to Thursday: 08:00-17:00

Friday: 08:00-13:00

On-Site Hours

08:00-18:00

Travel & Accommodation

Accommodation will be provided when working on sites that are further away from home.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing electrical systems, panels, and equipment in the workshop prior to installation
Installing control panels and electrical systems on customer sites
Working with conveyor and material handling systems
Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and schematics
Supporting commissioning activities and ensuring installations are delivered to specification
Liaising with engineering and controls teams to ensure smooth project delivery
Travel to customer sites, approximately 50% of the roleCandidate Requirements

Essential:

Strong experience as an Electrical Installation Engineer
Proven knowledge of control panels and their operation
Experience working with conveyor systems
Ability to work independently on-site and in the workshop
Willingness to travel regularly Desirable:

Experience in FMCG or industrial automation environments
Familiarity with commissioning industrial automation systems Benefits

Competitive salary up to £45,000
Company bonus (around £2,000)
Health insurance scheme through BUPA
Pension Scheme
Varied role: workshop prep and site installation
Exposure to cutting-edge industrial automation projects
Opportunity to develop your skills within a growing engineering team Interested or know someone who could be suitable? Send the CV to Luana Ferreira at or call her on (phone number removed).

Why work with Proactive?

Proactive Global are an industry leading, specialist engineering recruitment agency focused on the automation, manufacturing and robotics sectors. We offer specialist recruitment services to a niche customer base, vetting that our clients offer the best opportunities for your career. Proactive encourages and promotes equality and diversity within the workforce. We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias. When registering with Proactive you will have the opportunity to apply for some of the most interesting, specialist, opportunities in the marketplace, with the biggest companies in the sector. Follow us on Linkedin and Facebook for industry news and download our app for live notifications about newly listed vacancies. We look forward to helping you find your next role!

Proactive also offer a referral scheme for successful applicants - if you know anyone that could be suited to this position then please contact Proactive with their details and if they are placed by Proactive you will receive £250. *T&Cs apply*

Proactive Technical Recruitment is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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