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 OverviewA 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 ResponsibilitiesCarry out on-site wiring and installation of electrical protection and control systems
Read and work from detailed circuit diagrams, assembly drawings and wiring schedules
Perform mechanical assembly (cubicles, racking, traywork) and assist in equipment configuration
Support testing activities, including continuity, insulation resistance, high-voltage withstand, and function checks
Collaborate with site managers and engineers to resolve technical issues and meet delivery targets
Support the preparation and execution of temporary test rigs and isolations as required
Maintain quality records and contribute to inspection and test documentation
Essential RequirementsMinimum 1 year of site-based wiring experience
Background in E, C & I installations (e.g., substations, protection systems, or similar)
Able to interpret circuit diagrams, GAs, wiring schedules, and BOMs
Willing and able to travel to sites across the UK
Full UK driving licence
Desirable (Training/Certifications/Experience)Mechanical assembly experience (cabinets, cable containment, framework)
Apprenticeship trained or qualified in relevant trade
Any of the following would be an advantage:
National Grid Person
SSSTS
ARC Flash awareness
18th Edition Wiring Regulations
LOTO training
PASMA, Confined Space, Asbestos Awareness
Impressed Voltage awareness