Electrical Installation Technician – Semiconductor Manufacturing
Location: Northeast
Sector: Advanced Manufacturing / Semiconductor
We are recruiting Electrical Installation Technicians to support a rapidly growing semiconductor manufacturing facility. This role focuses on installing, wiring, testing and maintaining electrical systems that support highly specialised production equipment.
This opportunity is particularly suited to ex-military electrical technicians, engineering technicians, and maintenance specialists who are used to working in structured, safety-critical environments.
You will be part of a technical engineering team responsible for ensuring electrical systems are installed, maintained and operating to the highest standards within a modern manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Install, wire and terminate electrical systems and components supporting production equipment
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Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation
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Carry out fault finding, diagnostics and repairs on electrical installations
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Support equipment upgrades, modifications and commissioning activities
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Ensure all work complies with BS 7671 regulations and site safety standards
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Maintain accurate records of installation and maintenance work
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Work closely with engineering and operations teams to maintain safe and efficient production
What We’re Looking For
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Completed Electrical Apprenticeship or equivalent engineering training
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18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification
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Experience in industrial, manufacturing, defence, engineering, or facilities environments
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Strong ability to read technical drawings and schematics
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Proven fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
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High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and safety
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Ability to work effectively within a team-based engineering environment
Ideal Backgrounds
Candidates from the following backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply:
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Royal Navy / RAF / British Army electrical technicians
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Aircraft or vehicle electrical maintenance technicians
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Industrial or manufacturing electrical installers
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Facilities or plant electrical technicians
Why This Role
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Opportunity to work in the fast-growing semiconductor industry
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Modern high-tech manufacturing environment
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Long-term engineering career opportunities
