Control Panel Test Engineer

St Helens
6 months ago
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Your new company
A well-established engineering and maintenance services provider, this company supports clients across a wide range of sectors, including chemical, petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage. With a strong presence across the UK and a workforce of over 4,500 professionals, they deliver comprehensive asset management solutions throughout the full lifecycle-from consulting and engineering to operations and decommissioning.

Your new role
As a Control Panel/Equipment Test Engineer based in St. Helens, you will be responsible for the inspection, testing, and commissioning of electrical and instrumentation panels and systems. This role involves both in-house and on-site work, ensuring all systems meet required specifications and deadlines. You will also liaise directly with clients, assist with panel building and wiring, and carry out modifications to existing systems as needed.

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

City & Guilds 2391 - Test & Inspection certification
City & Guilds 2382 - 18th Edition qualification
A background as a time-served electrician or instrument technician
Proven experience in testing industrial control panels, site installation, and commissioning
Familiarity with instrumentation, control panel wiring, and small bore pipe pressure testing
Strong understanding of 3-phase systems, MCC control panels, PLC systems, and schematic drawingsWhat you'll get in return
You'll join a reputable and forward-thinking organisation that values safety, quality, and professional development. In return for your expertise, you'll receive a competitive salary, opportunities for career progression, and the chance to work on diverse and technically challenging projects across multiple industries.

What you need to do now
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